Lead Process Engineer

LEAD PROCESS ENGINEER

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Lead Process Engineer to join our well-established client based in Gloucester on a full-time permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity offering a competitive salary and room to grow within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Hours of Work:

37 hours per week, MONDAY - THURSDAY: 8.30AM – 5.00PM & FRIDAY: 8.30AM - 3.30PM

Salary:

Competitive, based on experience - £45K-£55K

Benefits:

Company pension

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Career progression opportunities

Support for training and qualifications

Day-to-Day Duties:

Drive process optimisation and continuous improvement across manufacturing

Implement and maintain process controls, SOPs, and production process maps

Lead PFMEA and Control Plan activities, supporting Quality teams

Analyse manufacturing data to improve efficiency, flow, and reduce waste

Support new product introductions and Lean improvement activities

Troubleshoot process issues and enhance overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)

Report on Process Engineering KPIs and support annual improvement plans

Essential Skills:

Strong Process Engineering experience in manufacturing

APQP knowledge (PPAP, PSW, PFMEA, Control Plans)

Experience with process tools: Yamazumi, MOST, Value Stream Mapping, SPC, Spaghetti Diagrams

Problem-solving, analytical, and technical troubleshooting skills

Ability to read engineering drawings (GD&T)

Organised, methodical, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

Excellent communication and mentoring skills

Experience managing a team

Lean manufacturing experience (Single Piece Flow, SMED, 5S, Jidoka)

Familiarity with project management tools (Microsoft Project, Gantt charts)

Driving license and flexibility to travel

Training:

Full support for professional development and additional process engineering qualifications

Contact

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People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process