Process and Line Support Engineer

Our manufacturing company is seeking a Process and Line Support Engineer, the role is offered as a full time, permanent position.



Salary: £30,000 to £40,000 pa



Hours: 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday – 37.5 hours per week



Holiday: 25 days + 8 BH



The Process and Line Support Engineer position will assist in day-to-day plant operations, maintaining machines, validating programs and ensuring production are always supported. You will be required to improve manufacturing efficiencies by utilizing continuous improvement techniques whilst maintaining a high level of quality.



Process and Line Support Engineer skills/experience:



* Hands on approach to all tasks/mechanically minded.



* BEng graduation would be advantageous



* Understanding and implementing process improvement.



* At least 3 years’ experience in a Manufacturing/Engineering role. Knowledge of ERP/MRP.



* Experience of SMD and Through Hole PCB assembly is essential.



* Able to read electrical drawings, assembly drawings and technical notes.



* Ability to read and thoroughly understand technical manuals and documents.



* Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.



Process and Line Support Engineer main responsibilities:



* Keep equipment operational by making first level maintenance and first level repairs and then by coordinating high level maintenance and full repair services; following manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures.



* To create, oversee and update all maintenance logs in the department.



* First line support and troubleshooting for all production breakdown issues.



* Will be responsible for managing and leading continuous improvement projects.



* Perform engineering analysis to reduce downtime and stoppages.



* Manage a portfolio of projects directed at reducing waste and improving quality to provide greater value, using appropriate methodology.



* Implement a formal program that focuses on reducing process and product variation.



* Validate machine programs.



* Maintain programs on programmable equipment.



* To undertake responsibility for oven profiling.



* Other relevant duties as required