Overview
Be part of something bigger!
As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it's our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.
As a dynamic and growing company with over 24 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!
I. Purpose of the Role
This role has been created as a learning role at a junior level. As the role progresses the purpose of the role will be to oversee the Technical requirements across both Newcastle plants; support the Production team, the Quality team & the Senior Technical Process Engineer in day to day operations. Specific emphasis is placed in technical aspects involved with the production of wire rope products, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Role: Junior Process Engineer
Salary: £32,000 - £33,000 Depending upon the interview and experience.
Responsibilities
* Ensure that the Newcastle plants meet both internal and external customer expectations by establishing and maintaining a right first time manufacturing process and culture.
* Work with the Senior Technical Process Engineer ensuring Technical aspects are completed across the Newcastle plants.
* Aid the Senior Technical Process Engineer in investigating internal failures/issues and aid in recommending corrective action, where appropriate working with teams.
* Work with Production team on the capacity of the sites and establish what the constraints are and how you can work together to eliminate the constraints.
* Coordinate the flow of Red Alert orders to ensure all special requirements are met and recorded with reports/feedback supplied.
* Carrying out daily audits on a variety of manufacturing topics to ensure good techniques are being used.
* Problem solving and analysis - understand the real problem; perform Root Cause Analysis, utilizing extensive rope knowledge and owns action closure with relevant departments.
* Assist the Senior Technical Process Engineer in customer complaints investigations.
* Working closely with the Senior Technical Process Engineer, maintain an effective CI programme targeting improved quality and support improvements in efficiencies by standardisation and waste elimination.
* Assist the Senior Technical Process Engineer in the acceptance of new rope designs, undertaking a technical review to ensure plants are capable of manufacturing product.
* Reviews all orders for Newcastle plants, captures any technical information and ensures that this is embedded into the works documentation.
* Working towards undertaking technical review of all works documentation, to ensure that all design features of the product are captured fully in works documentation.
* Work towards a zero accident culture by ensuring the effective enforcement of the company Health & Safety Policies and Procedures.
* From time to time may be required to work at other Bridon sites.
Skills & Competencies
* Ideal but not essential NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
* Ideal but not essential IOSH managing safely Business improvement/lean manufacturing training courses.
* Ideal but not essential Full drivers license.
* Ideal but not essential experience of MS Office packages & other IT software.
* Ideal but not essential experience of presentations to peers & Supervisors.
* Experience of working within lean manufacturing methodologies.
* Experience of engaging communication within a team.
* Experience of managing within strict H&S & Quality parameters & KPI's.
Be bold and take the leap!
We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers
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