Full job descriptionManufacturing Process Engineer
Sheffield | Permanent | Manufacturing
Elevation Recruitment Group are supporting an established manufacturing business in Sheffield with the appointment of an experienced Manufacturing Process Engineer.
This is a hands-on technical role focused on improving manufacturing performance, solving process issues and ensuring production methods consistently deliver the required standards.
The role
You’ll work across a range of manufacturing operations, taking ownership of process performance and driving improvements around quality, efficiency, cost and reliability.
Key areas of responsibility include:
*Improve and develop manufacturing processes and production methods
*Investigate process issues, defects and non-conformances, identifying effective corrective actions
*Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement activity
*Develop practical improvements to reduce waste, improve output and strengthen process reliability
*Ensure production teams have clear, effective methods and technical guidance to work safely and consistently
*Work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering and Supply Chain to resolve technical issues
*Support the introduction of new products, processes and equipment
*Assess and improve manufacturing controls, equipment settings and operating standards
*Provide technical input into customer requirements, product issues and improvement projects
*Work with external suppliers and subcontractors where manufacturing performance needs to be improved
*Produce technical documentation and reports where required
*Support both smaller improvement projects and larger manufacturing investments
We’re looking for an experienced manufacturing professional with strong machining knowledge and a practical approach to solving production problems.
You’ll ideally have:
*5+ years’ experience in a relevant manufacturing environment
*Strong understanding of machining processes, including CNC
*Level 3 qualification in Engineering or Manufacturing
*Experience of implementing and embedding process improvements and controlled change
*A good understanding of Lean manufacturing principles
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
*Experience working across production, quality and engineering functions
A Degree or equivalent in Materials Science, Metallurgy or a related discipline would be advantageous.