We are looking for a driven Process Engineer responsible for the development and optimisation of rubber manufacturing processes. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to solve real engineering challenges, and play a key part in delivering high-quality production solutions as part of a dynamic team. Hours of Work: MondayThursday: 7:00am 4:30pm (45-min lunch)Friday: 7:00am 12:00pm Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays Pension: 4 x employer 4 x employee 2 x salary life cover Process Development Develop and document production processes for rubber moulding and related assembly operations. Support new product introduction by determining robust moulding parameters and process flow. Work with internal and external teams on tooling design, product feasibility, and process improvement. Technical Areas May Include Injection, compression, and transfer moulding processes. Rubber testing and measurement in collaboration with the in-house laboratory. Rubber-to-metal and rubber-to-substrate bonding processes. Tooling development with support from CAD, in-house tooling engineers, and suppliers. Finishing, trimming, and inspection processes. Production Support Investigate and resolve production issues on the shop floor, including root cause analysis and corrective actions. Occasionally operate production equipment if required to support urgent needs. Train machine operators on new processes and ensure smooth handover to production teams. Project & Quality Ownership Manage individual projects and timelines to meet customer and internal requirements. Evaluate and control critical quality characteristics of rubber-based products. Ensure all processes meet safety, quality, and performance standards. Requirements Understanding of injection, compression, or transfer moulding (experience in all three is a strong advantage). Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to learn and operate rubber moulding machinery. Ability to assess and interpret key quality characteristics of rubber components. Desired Skills Experience working in a fast-paced production environment. Background in plastics or injection moulding. Ability to work effectively within cross-functional and multicultural teams. Strong communication, teamwork, and analytical problem-solving skills.