Process Engineer - Manufacturing and Production - 6-Month Contract - Colchester - £38,000 - £45,000
Are you a Process Engineer with a passion for process improvement and production analysis? We're working with a well-established manufacturing business in Colchester that produces large fabricated and electromechanical components used in national infrastructure projects.
As part of their ongoing Continuous Improvement programme, they are looking for a Process Engineer to support a six-month cycle time and efficiency study across multiple production departments. This is a hands-on analytical role focusing on observation and recommendation, not implementation.
Key responsibilities:
1. Conduct time and motion studies across machine and assembly operations
2. Compare system cycle times to demonstrated times on the shop floor
3. Break down processes into VA (Value Add), NVA (Non-Value Add), and NNVA (Necessary Non-Value Add) categories
4. Identify inefficiencies in fabrication and assembly workflows
5. Produce clear reports and practical recommendations to support CI initiatives
6. Work closely with the CI team while reporting into the CI Lead
Requirements:
7. Previous experience as a Process Engineer, Manufacturing Analyst, or similar
8. Familiarity with fabrication processes such as laser cutting, press braking, and welding
9. Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and cycle time analysis
10. Excellent observational and analytical skills
11. Confident communicator with strong written reporting ability
Benefits:
12. 25 days holiday per annum (pro-rata)
13. Employer pension contribution (4%)
14. Life assurance
15. Sports and social club membership
If you're a Process Engineer looking for a short-term opportunity where you can make a measurable impact through analysis and process insight, apply today with your CV or contact Mark at Prime Appointments for more information.
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