Our client is an industry leading packaging company who is seeking to hire a Polymer Moulding Engineer on a permanent basis. Key Accountabilities Providing expert polymer engineering support to our Production and Operations Teams. Leading projects for new tool builds and the implementation of new polymer processing equipment. Managing the full lifecycle of new product development, from tool trials (SAT/FAT) and hand-over to production, to providing essential start-up support. Optimizing all existing processes to enhance performance. Identifying and implementing new processes, systems, and automation to continuously improve quality and efficiency. Stepping in for the Senior Process Engineer during their absence. Analyzing production performance to pinpoint areas for process, system, and equipment improvements. Collaborating with other engineering functions to create and maintain robust Risk Assessments and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Managing production processes and personnel to maximize throughput and efficiency, ensuring customer expectations for quality and on-time, in-full delivery are consistently met. Maintaining processes to guarantee the production plan is delivered On Time In Full (OTIF). Monitoring, implementing, and tracking improvements for all production-related Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Developing and implementing training plans to maximize the performance potential of both engineering and production teams, meeting current and future business needs. Monitoring and updating department processes to ensure compliance with management systems while controlling expenditure within budget. You'll also provide early warnings of potential variances. Cultivating an ethos of continuous improvement across quality, health and safety, environmental responsibility, social responsibility, sustainability, GMP, and personnel discipline and performance. Championing a proactive, best-practice engineering approach to deliver process efficiency and competitiveness, all while maintaining the integrity of our management system. Maintaining excellent communication within the team and across departments. Staying abreast of the latest manufacturing developments in equipment, automation, and systems to ensure we maintain a competitive advantage. Qualifications Graduate in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent experience/ vocational qualifications. Desired Skills & Experience A minimum of 5 years of experience in plastics processing. Demonstrated experience in some of the following areas: Extrusion Extrusion Blow Moulding Injection Moulding Injection Blow Moulding Tool Design/Build Proven people management and communication skills. Strong team-building skills. Solid understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Familiarity with ISO, and general quality systems. Proficiency in Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving. Skills: Process Engineer Packaging Operations Manufacturing Benefits: pension