Process Engineering Manager

1 week ago

Knaresborough, United Kingdom Technical Placements Ltd Full time

Process Engineering Manager opportunity near Leeds

Working for an innovative, dynamic, well capitalised business, we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Engineering Manager to join the team.

Excellent Salary Negotiable, Day Shifts - Benefits include Car allowance, Bonus, Private Healthcare, Pension, Sick Pay.

Leading the production process engineering team, reporting to the Head of Manufacturing Engineering, you will assist in evaluating and mitigating risks associated with new designs and products along with changes to existing designs. You will lead your teamto deliver work allocations, manpower planning, standardised work inputs (SOPs, Yamazumi, ERP inputs etc..). On a day-to-day basis you will ensure the team are focused on priorities to support daily production, alongside longer term strategy & transformationalprojects.

As an inspirational leader, you will coach and motivate your team to be the best they can be. You will set targets and objectives that stretch people to deliver and which drive significant improvement into the business. Sitting as part of the factory leadershipteam, you will liaise with your peers and the wider team to deliver an on time and to standard production process that is cost effective - seeking to improve process capability using a considered approach.

Process Engineering Manager summary;
- Co-ordinate day to day planning and execution of the production process engineering team activities.
- Attend daily production meeting and act upon issues requiring manufacturing engineering support.
- Own and maintain both forward planning and day to day manpower planning, ensuring clear communication & consideration of model mix. Working closely with the production operations and IT team to develop a more efficient & flexible line allocation system(currently excel based).
- Lead both current model and future model activities across the manufacturing engineering team.
- Manage CAPEX budgets to specify, configure and source such external equipment as is required for the manufacturing processes.
- Lead the design review process for future products in CAD prior to on-line production. Developing a scoring criterion to assess risk.
- Ensure compliance with ISO / NHBC / BOPAS and other governing & regulatory bodies through robust standard operating & departmental procedures.
- Engage with other functions to get stuff done Ensure all roadblocks to meeting team deliverables are understood and escalated appropriately.
- Promote and coach problem solving through capture method - seek containment actions to enable build continuation - driving issues to root cause.
- Support with the implementation of processes in line with LEAN principles to deliver new products, evolutions of existing products and other improvements such as are required to maintain and improve the economic viability of the product.
- Create an inclusive environment, whereby all team members are happy to raise issues and feel empowered to make a difference.
- Drive station readiness metrics to ensure documentation, tooling, material & station layout, skills requirements etc.. are all in place ahead of any changes.
- Identify, scope & cost & develop justifications for future productivity improvement projects, through use of the A3 tool. These will include increased automation / process efficiency projects in the future.
- Scope and establish maintenance procedures and maintenance operating model within ilke homes.
- Ownership of manufacturing facility layout + station layout. Consideration of 5S principles during work-station design to ensure everything has a place.
- A good degree level qualification in an engineering, manufacturing or science-based discipline.
- Extensive previous experience within a medium to fast paced flow-line environment manufacturing product with high option / variant content to a cycle time. Experience within MMC / Modular industry is preferred.
- Knowledge of generating & utilising DFMEA / PFMEA to understand and mitigate risks.
- Knowledge of DFA (Design for assembly) principles to drive productivity & reduce errors.
- Green belt Six Sigma trained - preferred. Minimum of practical problem-solving experience or 8D problem solving methodology.
- Extensive experience in manpower planning & forecasting. Coupled with demonstrable experience of managing takt time / line allocation changes within a manufacturing facility employing both manual & automated processes.
- Working knowledge of LOLER, PUWER and LOTO preferred - alongside knowledge of manual & ergonomic assessments.
- Ability to visualise timing / project plans from initiation to delivery - by means of a master schedule or Gantt chart.
- Ability to interpret dimensional data from product measurement studies & influence future design to reduce risk of error through effective system tolerancing.
- Possessing an established network outside modular construction to support future growth / benchmarking of other industries.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to flex style. Comfortable in giving feedback up, down and across the organisation.
- Experience of developing a team & identifying future talent / skill requirements. Experienced in interviewing, assessment and selection of future employees.
- Positive, self-motivated and able to work effectively

  • Quality Engineering Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Technical Placements Ltd Full time

    Quality Engineering Manager opportunity near Leeds. Our client is a rapidly developing modular house manufacturing company, already employing 1000+ staff. The Quality Engineering Manager will lead a team tasked with developing their approach, delivering demonstrable improvements in the quality of product from the pre-project phase to customer handover,...

  • Quality Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Venatu Full time

    Quality Technician Location: Knaresborough Our client is the future of house building, bringing people beautiful, sustainable and precision-built homes. Fundamental to our success, the Quality Team are working to ensure we consistently deliver on this element of our mission. The Product Quality team,consisting of Quality Engineers, Technicians and Inspectors...

  • Quality Engineering Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Venatu Full time

    Job Title: Quality Engineering Manager Location: Knaresborough Reports to: Head of Quality Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week, 8:30 - 17:00 Monday Friday Our client is pioneering the future of house building. Bringing people beautiful, sustainable and precision-built homes. Fundamental to our success, the Quality Team are dedicated to delivering excellent...

  • Quality Engineer

    1 week ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Technical Placements Ltd Full time

    Quality Engineer opportunity near Leeds! You will be working for a well funded, friendly, innovative and dynamic manufacturing company, within a Lean environment, within a rapidly growing business, offering excellent career prospects. Salary Negotiable, Car Allowance, Benefits include Bonus, Private Healthcare, Pension, Sick Pay etc. Quality Engineer...

  • Quality Engineer

    6 days ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Torque Consulting Full time

    **General Responsibilities**: - Support and work alongside the Quality Engineering Manager to deliver product quality improvement strategy - Support the introduction and management of supplier quality - Work together with the quality inspection team to define suitable inspection checks, ensuring high standards of work are consistently met - Organise,...

  • Manufacturing Engineer

    1 week ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Technical Placements Ltd Full time

    Continuous Improvement / Lean Manufacturing Engineer opportunity near Leeds! You will be working on well funded innovative and dynamic manufacturing development projects, within a Lean environment, within a rapidly growing business, offering excellent career prospects. Salary Negotiable, Day Shifts - Benefits include Bonus, Private Healthcare, Pension,...

  • Manufacturing Engineer

    6 days ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Torque Consulting Full time

    Manufacturing Engineer Wanting to work with a well-established and innovative business? Look no further I'm currently looking for a Manufacturing Engineer who wants to manufacture a revolutionary product solving one of the UKs most current issues. Working with a dynamic, established, and innovative team Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30-17:00 (37.5hrs per...

  • Engineering Apprenticeship

    4 days ago

    Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom Morrisons Full time

    Engineer your future with Myton - Manufacturing for Morrisons Applications now open for our 2025 cohort starting on 4th August 2025.We've got the perfect recipe for success Join our Engineering Apprenticeship at Myton Food Group and embark on a journey of learning, growth and innovation. You'll earn whilst you learn and get your qualifications at no cost to...

  • Quality Engineer

    3 days ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Torque Consulting Full time

    **Quality Engineer - Flaxby, Knaresborough - £40,000 + Benefits** My client strives to bring the world's best manufacturing practices together with residential construction to create a new and innovative style of homes. Does working amongst a team of technical experts and leaders to design, build, and install modular buildingsappeal to you? Are you...

  • Quality Assurance Engineer

    3 days ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Torque Consulting Full time

    **Quality Assurance Engineer - Flaxby, Knaresborough - £38k** My client strives to bring the world's best manufacturing practices together with residential construction to create a new and innovative style of homes. Does working amongst a team of technical experts and leaders to design, build, and install modular buildingsappeal to you? Are you eagle-eyed,...

  • Quality Engineer

    6 days ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Travail Employment Group Full time

    Quality Engineer Harrogate area Up to £45k Days based role Excellent opportunity to join a successful manufacturing organisation as a Quality Engineer. As the Quality Engineer, you will: - Ensure customer relationships by effective management of non - conformance, complaint and rectification - Support new product introduction core tool implementation...

  • Npi Product Engineer

    4 days ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Technical Placements Ltd Full time

    NPI Product Engineer required in Knaresborough, near Harrogate / Leeds, North Yorkshire. Our client supplies a wide range of professional and retail environmental control products across the globe. Due to Business Growth, they require an NPI / Product Engineer to lead the technical activities relating to New Product Introduction (NPI). Responsible for the...

  • Branch Manager

    1 week ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Adept Resourcing Commercial & Engineering Full time

    My client is an established building products provider in Huddersfield; due to expansion they are looking to recruit a motivated Branch Manager to specialise in supplying a whole range of building materials About the Branch Manager role - As a key member of the branch management team, the primary aims of this role are to drive branch sales and margin and...

  • Production Team Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom Staffline Group Full time

    Job Title: Production Team Manager - DayshiftRotating Day Shifts, NO NIGHTSLocation: Harrogate Knaresbrough A1 area, commutable from parts of Bradford, York, Wetherby, Leeds etcOn-site production lead role on dayshiftBonus, excellent pension, overtime and benefitsContract Type: PermanentOur client is a renowned and admired FMCG multi-site manufacturer,...

  • Production Team Manager

    1 week ago

    Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom Staffline Group Full time

    Job Title: Production Team Manager - DayshiftRotating Day Shifts, NO NIGHTSLocation: Harrogate Knaresbrough A1 area, commutable from parts of Bradford, York, Wetherby, Leeds etcOn-site production lead role on dayshiftBonus, excellent pension, overtime and benefitsContract Type: PermanentOur client is a renowned and admired FMCG multi-site manufacturer,...

  • Product Design Product Engineer

    1 week ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Technical Placements Ltd Full time

    Product Engineer required in Knaresborough, near Harrogate / Leeds, North Yorkshire. We are proud to represent Pelsis Pest Control product group. Business acquisitions have led to Pelsis having an increasingly large and diverse range of global products. The Product Design - Product Engineer will lead the technical activities relating to New Product...

  • Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer

    7 days ago

    Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom Orion Electrotech Full time

    Exciting Opportunity: Dual Fuel Smart Meter EngineerWe have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer to join a leading and reputable energy supplier in your area. If you're passionate, driven, and ready to take the next step in your career, this role could be the perfect fit for youWhat We Offer:Competitive Salary: £40,000...

  • Operations Co-ordinator

    6 days ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Unity Resourcing Full time

    **Operations Co-ordinator** Our client is a well-established and trusted brand who are looking for an Operations Co-ordinator to join their team. This is a full time role Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm.Salary is between £24,000 - £26,000 p/a based on experience plus excellent benefits including 20 days holidays + stats (increasing with each year served up...

  • Purchasing Assistant

    6 days ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Marmion Full time

    **Purchasing Assistant** - **Based in Knaresborough**: - **£20,000 pa, dependent on experience**: - **Excellent Working Culture**: - **Great Training & Development**: - **Additional Company Benefits** **OUR CLIENT & OPPORTUNITY** Our client is a market-leading, fully certified, and accredited provider of fire safety and security systems to some of the...

  • Service Administrator

    2 days ago

    Knaresborough, United Kingdom Logic Fire and Security Ltd Full time

    **The Role**: Logic Fire & Security - a market leader in the Fire & Security industry, is looking for a talented individual to join our Scheduling Team. Your role is to ensure the planned maintenance, small jobs and call outs are scheduled into the system and concise details are forwarded to the engineers with sufficient time to ensure that the works are...