Process Engineer

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone . Were committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belongwhere different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.
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Closing date: 28th July
Interview process: TEAMS followed by Face to Face at our site in Burton Latimer.
Working pattern: This role will be full time on-site at our Burton Latimer site.
Were happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment processjust let us know how we can support you.
Weetabix is on an exciting growth journey, and many of the opportunities we are recruiting for are newly created roles. These positions reflect our investment in people, capabilities and innovation as we continue to build for the future.
The Recipe (About the Role) Design, develop, validate and optimise manufacturing and packaging processes to improve safety, quality, cost, capacity and reliability across operations. To manage multiple process capability improvement projects, audit plants capability, conduct trials, help with business units with technical advice and guidance, and training of both shift-based teams and guide teams in new tools, techniques, and procedures.
Manage and deliver step change process improvement projects of a performance, capability, capacity, quality, and cost reduction technical nature across operations
Provide robust, accurate and well concluded technical reports on project outcomes and communicate effectively to stakeholders
Ensure changes and ways of working, centrelines, standard settings are well documented and incorporated into ways of working
Engage with key internal stakeholders to change behaviour to positively drive process improvement
Where needed facilitate, train and coach, ensuring strong engagement with the teams related to the projects or activities
Provide effective reactive guidance for escalated plants issues and coach GSTD (Go, See, Think, Do) techniques during these interventions
Conduct trials on new methods & systems, equipment & processes
Subject Matter expert (SME) for key processing technologies
Guide business units to comply with current and new Weetabix standards in process & equipment operations, including auditing and facilitation of higher-level audits
To manage external resources and contractors when deployed
Coordination with capital projects and reliability engineering on key business improvement initiatives to ensure the robust and sustainable solutions and processes are adopted
Complete Professional Development to maintain awareness of regulatory and compliance requirements
Undertake any other duties, consistent with the level of the role, skills and experience, as may be reasonably required to guide the business
The Ingredients (What we need from you) Key Know How:
Knowledge:
HND level or equivalent qualifications in engineering, quality, or a similar technical bias
Green or Black Belt in Six Sigma- Knowledge of statistics and SPC (Statistical Process Control), practical skills
Advanced user of Excel
Excellent problem solver with a good insight of DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) or similar methodology
Project management qualification (Desirable)
H&S and food safety qualification (Desirable)
Experience:
Engineering or quality background
Experience within FMCG environment and proven food process engineering knowledge
Managing complex projects
Good insight of LEAN and Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies
Dedication to team working, workplace safety and overall product quality.
Ability to deliver results on time in full
Self-motivated and able to priorities ad work well under pressure
Organised and detail oriented
Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits) Competitive salary & Annual Flexible benefits
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.
Annual bonus
Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
25 days annual leave increasing with service
Annual Salary review
Healthcare plan
Discounted Weetabix products
To support our employees, we also offer:
Continued investment in your personal development
We believe in balance, whether it's for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days of additional annual leave
Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities
Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
Working Parents Support Group
Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy
To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page: note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges. xwwtmva
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.
We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support
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