Process Engineer

Belper

We’re looking for a Process Engineer to aid in the development of our Belper site.  This role, sitting within the production team, plays a key role in creating and sustaining process controls in the manufacturing process, ensuring ongoing continuous improvement and making sure the DS Smith standards are followed.

One of the main focus areas for the Process Engineer is to drive productivity improvement through the provision of a stable process platform.  Key KPIs include working line speed optimisation, DPPM, Waste, unplanned downtime and adherence to operational routines.

Within this role you will take responsibility for working to HSER standards, both internal and legislative. There is an expectation that the Process Engineer engages in the health and safety culture on site and proactive drives a 'Safety First' approach.

The ability to engage and collaborate is essential in this role as you’ll be working closely with the Engineering and production teams as well as functions in the wider business to ensure reliable performance of the equipment.

*The working hours for this position are 8am - 4pm, Monday to Friday*

About You

• A people person with a track record of executing improvements through strong collaboration
• Process Engineering qualification or similar
• Detailed understanding of Statistical Process Control theory, including methods of design implementation
• Thorough understanding of machine and process capability management
• Extensive analytical skills
• Good understanding of change management governance
• Strong understanding of Lean process and experience in lean manufacturing environment
• Experience of leading and implementing CapEx and improvement projects
• Good knowledge about RCA methodology and able to drive problem solving

Preferred requirements:

• A recognised qualification such as Six Sigma

Benefits

• Salary dependent on experience
• Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
• 25 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
• Employee Discounts Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• EAP Support
• Long Service Award

We are DS Smith, together with International Paper, we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based products.?We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. We employ more than 65,000 colleagues in North America and Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), who are experts in innovation,?manufacturing, design, sales, sustainability, supply chain, and much more. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Become part of a world-leading organisation and do your best work with us!

“To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. 
 
Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.”