Process Engineer

Role: Process Engineer (FTC position)

Reporting to: General Manager

Function: Engineering Services Hydraflow Newport

Company background

With a turnover of €3 billion in 2023, RUBIX is the largest supplier of industrial maintenance & distribution network in Europe. Present in 23 countries with more than 8,000 employees.

An integral member of the Rubix Engineering Services Division, Hydraflow was founded in 1998 and serves over 250 customers including some of the largest manufacturers in the UK.

We are specialists in the repair and refurbishment of hydraulic Pumps & Valves, Powerpacks, and hydraulic Grabs; and in the repair, re-manufacture or replacement of hydraulic Cylinders and Rams.

Hydraflow also provides general engineering services in maintenance, repair and overhaul into multiple industry sectors including; Steel, Marine, Aggregates, Waste Management & Recycling, Heavy Plant & Machinery, Paper and Packaging and Food & Beverage.

Job Purpose / Summary

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Process Engineerto support both our Newport and Gloucester facilities. This role will focus on developing and implementing process documentation for the repair, refurbishment & re-manufacture of a wide variety ofproducts from our diverse client base.

The successful candidate will also be required to develop and maintain a range of accurate, effective and efficient quotation tools to improve costing, lead time estimation, and overall operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure company H&S policies and procedures are followed at all times to ensure the safety of yourself and your colleagues, including the wearing of appropriate PPE and maintaining a clean and tidy workspace.

• Responsible for developing and implementing Costing & Quotationtools for accurately calculating repair, refurbishment and re-manufacturing costs (materials & labour) and the associated lead times to improve customer service and transactional (margin) efficiency.

• Responsible for assessingcurrent suppliers and subcontractors and for identifying, recommending, and managing the transition to, alternative options to establish a stable, reliable and effective supply chain thereby reducing business risks.

• Working with the GM and Workshop Managers, implement actions to improve Health and Safety standards, ensuring alignment with regulations and best practices.

• Working with the GM and Workshop Managers, assist with the development and documentation of generic repair processes, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards.

• Working with the GM and the Workshop Managers, identify and implement measures to improve operational effectiveness and efficiency, increasing labour utilization and improving profit margins at both facilities.

Carry out any other reasonable request.

Skills & Experience:

Essential:

• Proven Process Engineering experience, specifically in the creation and maintenance of process documentation, preferably within a service or maintenance industry sector,

• Previous experience in the creation and development of tools and techniques for accurately costing repairs, refurbishments and re-manufacturing projects, including sub-contract processes; and in the development of lead time management and production efficiency techniques.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify inefficiencies and propose actionable solutions.

• Able to work effectively at both facilities ensuring consistent communication and collaboration with Workshop Managers, Technicians, and cross-functional teams.

Desirable

Time-served, apprentice trained, ideally qualified to HNC level in a Manufacturing Engineering and / or Operations discipline.

• Previous work experience in a Service and Repair organisation and familiarity with equipment used across a variety of industry sectors: Steel, Waste & recycling, Aggregates, Paper & Packaging, Food & Beverage, Marine, Heavy (Construction) plant / Lifting equipment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Expenses covered for travel between Newport and Gloucester depots
• Opportunity to work with a diverse client base across various industry sectors
• Key role in improving efficiency, safety, and quality
• 6-month fixed-term contract with potential for future opportunities

If you are a results-driven process engineer who thrives on improving operational efficiency and enjoys working with a wide range of products and industries, we encourage you to apply!

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