Process Improvement Engineer

Role: Process Improvement Engineer

Type: Permanent

Location: Worcestershire

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

SRG are currently recruiting for a Process Improvement Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing organisation operating in a highly regulated industry. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimising a wide range of manufacturing equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. You'll combine proactive maintenance strategies with reactive troubleshooting and play a key role in developing documentation, training materials and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct preventative and reactive maintenance on manufacturing machinery.
• Develop and maintain equipment instruction manuals and documentation.
• Develop SOPs and PFDs.
• Support training initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve equipment issues and optimise processes.

Criteria:

• Apprenticeship trained or qualified to HNC/HND level (or equivalent experience).
• Strong background in maintaining light manufacturing equipment – ideally in food or pharmaceutical environments.
• Experience with liquid/powder filling machines, conveyors, and labelling equipment is a plus.
• Skilled in interpreting engineering drawings, SOPs, and process flow diagrams.
• Familiarity with HSE regulations, automation systems (PLCs, SCADA), and quality standards (ISO, QMS).
• Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process ownership.

If interested, please apply or contact Julia for more information: julia.mccabe@srgtalent.com / 0161 667 1803