Manufacturing Process Engineer Annual Salary: £40,000 Location: Ystrad Mynach Job Type: 8-4 on site Reed Recruitment are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Process Engineer with a background in mechanical or electronics engineering to join our instrument manufacturing division. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of our production processes for a range of high-performance instruments. Your expertise will drive efficiency, safety, and quality across our manufacturing facility. Day-to-day of the role: Develop and manage new and existing production cells, equipment, jigs, fixtures, and tools. Implement and support process regimes for all products, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Lead root cause analysis and implement effective preventative actions. Prepare and maintain accurate process documentation, operating instructions, and relevant SOPs. Collaborate with global departments and participate in product development and new product introduction (NPI). Lead continuous improvement efforts, including Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacture, and cost reduction initiatives. Oversee new and existing processes, ensuring optimal productivity. Introduce process improvements, equipment enhancements, and quality initiatives. Provide training to production staff to enhance efficiency and maintain quality standards. Required Skills & Qualifications: Formal qualification in an Engineering related discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Electronics, Manufacturing). Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is essential. Exposure to a variety of manufacturing methods, ideally including small batch assembly of precision electronic instruments. Proficiency in process engineering principles, including process design, optimisation, and control. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Critical and logical thinking skills and problem-solving skills. If this is an opportunity that matches what you are looking for in your next steps, please apply below