Process Engineer, Production

⚙️ Process Engineer – Production

📍 Adlington, UK | 🕒 Full-time (39 hours per week, Monday–Friday)

About the Roles

We are looking for a proactive and improvement-focused Process Engineer – Production to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating and improving manufacturing processes, supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), and driving continuous improvement initiatives across production. Working closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain teams, you will help ensure new products transition seamlessly from design into production while improving efficiency, productivity, and quality across the business.

Key Responsibilities

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Collaborate with New Product Development teams to ensure a smooth transition of products into live production
• Develop standard work instructions, workflows, and procedures to support quality-focused manufacturing
• Create, manage, and continuously improve the Production Design Introduction (PDI) process

Process Improvement & Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, productivity, and quality
• Support the deployment of the Continuous Improvement (CI) vision and strategy across the production environment
• Measure the effectiveness of process changes and ensure improvements are sustained

Manufacturing Excellence

• Participate in Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) activities to optimise product design and build processes
• Review workshop layouts and workflows to improve throughput and operational performance
• Identify make-versus-buy opportunities and work closely with Supply Chain and Production teams to deliver cost-effective solutions
• Identify and implement tools, technologies, and systems that support operational excellence

Training & Documentation

• Create and maintain process documentation, procedures, and workflows
• Train and support team members in adopting new processes and best practices
• Support the delivery of high-quality training and competency development across production teams

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to drive improvements
• Build strong relationships across departments to support business objectives
• Support additional projects and improvement initiatives as required

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Vocational training, technical certification, or qualification in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (e.g. Level 2/Level 3 qualification)
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Mechanical or Electrical Technician role
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a leadership position such as Supervisor or Team Leader
• Ability to read and interpret technical and engineering drawings
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive and analytical approach to continuous improvement

Desirable

• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or DFMA principles
• Experience creating standard work instructions and process documentation
• Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment

 About JBT Marel – Shape the Future of Food

JBT Marel is a leading global technology solutions provider to the food processing and air transportation industries, with a presence in over 100 countries worldwide. We are growing both organically and through acquisition, and we are always looking for talented individuals who want to grow with us.

Within JBT Marel, Proseal UK Ltd designs and manufactures high-quality tray sealing and conveying systems for the food industry. With over 20 years of success, Proseal has become a recognised global leader, with manufacturing facilities in the UK, North America, and Australia, and a strong international presence.

Why Join Us?

At JBT Marel, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on how we manufacture and deliver industry-leading food packaging solutions.

You'll benefit from:

✅ Working for a global leader in food technology
✅ Being part of a collaborative and supportive team
✅ Leading meaningful process improvement initiatives
✅ Opportunities for professional growth and development
✅ Contributing to innovation, efficiency, and manufacturing excellence

 Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're a motivated and forward-thinking Process Engineer looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and innovation at JBT Marel.