Process Improvement Specialist

4 days ago


Whitstable, Kent, United Kingdom Reed Engineering Full time

For over 60 years, Reed's engineering and manufacturing specialists have been recruiting professionals like you for permanent, temporary and contract positions.

The role has been created due to expansion of the already well-established team, and the successful appointee will support production by developing and improving processes.

Our client supplies electronics products into aerospace, defence and military industries.

  • Ensure fast turnaround and corrective action for Process/Quality issues affecting production
  • In conjunction with other engineering functions, verify that all new products or updated tools for moulded components are production ready prior to production release
  • Support tool design for new and legacy product, reviewing suitability for manufacture
  • Carry out review of and take ownership for implementation of root cause fix and complete close out on all customer concerns

Skill & Experience required:

  • HNC/HND or above level qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
  • Previous experience working in a Process Engineer role within a Manufacturing or Process Engineering environment
  • Experience of design reviews and ensuring production problems are corrected
  • Process improvement and line flow implementation
  • Mechanical bias knowledge with some electrical skills
  • Previous experience using CREO or similar CAD packages with an understanding of product life cycle software (desirable)

£40,000 - £60,000 per annum. This salary is estimated based on industry standards and location.



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