Process Engineer

Reporting directly to the Production Manager, the purpose of the role is to support production by developing and improving processes. To provide full process and quality engineering support with focus on 'built in quality', process control as opposed to final inspection culture.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Take accountability and responsibility for moulded components / overmoulded cables and ensure:
2. Fast turnaround and corrective action for Process/Quality issues affecting production.
3. Lead APQP activities for new product introductions, ensuring all necessary plans are in place to meet customer quality requirements.
4. Develop and manage Control Plans, FMEA, and Process Flow Diagrams in line with APQP standards.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of APQP deliverables.
6. Coordinate and prepare PPAP documentation for new products and process changes.
7. Prepare and submit ISIR for new and modified parts to demonstrate compliance with customer specifications. Review and analyse ISIR data to identify any discrepancies and implement corrective actions as needed.
8. Ensure timely submission of ISIRs to meet customer timelines and requirements.
9. Ensure, in conjunction with other engineering functions, that all new products or updated tools for moulded components are verified as production ready prior to production release, including all aspects such as design updates, cost, manufacturability, and process capability.
10. Support tool design for new and legacy products, reviewing suitability for manufacture. Update tool designs and drawings in CAD software as needed.
11. Support the production of new and legacy products being manufactured in the mould shop and take direct responsibility for updating routings, manufacturing and process instructions/tooling to align with the best method of manufacture.
12. Support mould shop production area and take ownership for closing out process issues raised to support customer delivery and improve processes.
13. Analyse NRFT data to focus on areas that require process improvement.
14. Mould shop area is supported on current and legacy products.
15. This will be assessed through QCD measures linked to SPEED, typically focusing on cost reduction, lower labour costs, reduced defect/NRFT rates, lead-time reduction, and problem close out effectiveness.
16. Carry out reviews and take ownership for implementing root cause fixes and complete close out on all customer concerns (both internal and external) for designated area; engage directly with end customers as required.
17. Lead initiatives aimed at reducing defects and improving overall product quality.
18. Analyse quality data and trends to identify areas for improvement.
19. Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
20. Carry out such other duties that may be reasonably requested.

Person Specification

Qualifications

HNC/HND or above level qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.

Experience

1. Previous experience working in a Process Engineer role within a Manufacturing or Process Engineering environment.
2. Experience using measuring equipment.
3. Experience of design reviews and ensuring production problems are corrected with robust corrective actions, producing products to the desired quality.
4. Process improvement and line flow implementation technical knowledge.
5. Mechanical bias knowledge with some electrical skills.
6. A good understanding of the NPI process and getting products into manufacture, including documentation such as Manufacturing Instructions.
7. Practical problem-solving skills, including understanding manufacturing processes and solving issues on the shop floor.

Skills and Competencies

Ability to accurately update and improve process documentation, both written and electronically, in line with company procedures.

ACS are recruiting for a Process Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Process Engineer, please submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Process Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Process Engineer with your application, as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Process Engineer role you desire.