Summary: The Process Engineer role at Newport involves hands-on work in automated manufacturing, focusing on modifying existing products and introducing new ones. The position requires close collaboration with a remote Product Development Engineer and significant time spent on the shop floor. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract aimed at individuals who thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy practical problem-solving. The role emphasizes direct interaction with production machinery and leading pre-production trials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Modify and optimise existing production equipment to suit updated and new product designs.
• Program and operate automated machinery like conveyors, cutters, and folding machines.
• Tweak machine sequences and settings for top performance.
• Lead pre-production trials and support production rollouts.
• Collaborate with the remote Product Development Engineer to ensure designs are ready to hit the shop floor.

Key Skills:

• Solid experience in automated manufacturing environments.
• Strong hands-on skills with machinery for cutting, folding, gluing, or printing.
• The ability to troubleshoot and fine-tune machine timing, speed, and sequence.
• A proactive mindset and love for practical problem-solving.
• Confidence working in a dynamic, production-driven environment.

Salary (Rate): £35.00

City: Newport

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other