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Process Engineer

Buxton Permanent £46,000 - £47,000 per year View Job Description
As a Process Engineer, you will be based at the Manufacturing and Production site based in Buxton. Your role will be to improve plant efficiencies and output, ensuring compliance with strict health and safety regulations.
  • Process Engineer
  • £47,000 + excellent benefits package.

About Our Client

A large industrial and materials manufacturing organisation based in Buxton, Derbyshire, operating on a nationally significant site. The business specialises in the extraction, processing, and supply of essential construction materials used across major infrastructure, commercial, and residential developments throughout the UK. With a strong focus on operational excellence, sustainability, health and safety, and continuous improvement, the organisation employs a diverse workforce spanning engineering, production, logistics, technical, and professional services functions. The site plays a key role in supporting the UK construction sector and is recognised for its long-standing presence in the region and contribution to the local economy.

Job Description

As the successful Process Engineer you will be responsible for tracking key process parameters used to optimise performance as well as processing data, regularly monitoring the parameters relating to plant operation. On a day to day basis, duties and responsibilities of the Process Engineer will include (not exhaustive):

  • Conducting process studies/audits and generating reports as required to identify improvements and cost saving opportunities
  • Making recommendations for modifications on various control parameters and processes
  • Ensuring process checks are scheduled and completed as per departmental objectives
  • Identifying power reduction projects and continually improving and optimising the plant to reduce power
  • Optimising fuel consumption and prioritising the increased use of alternative fuels and alternative raw materials
  • Be the site "expert" in process related issues
  • Liaising with the Central Industrial Performance team regarding process issues
  • Maintaining and improving Health Safety and Environmental standards
  • Providing process engineering input to capital projects



The Successful Applicant

A successful Process Engineer should have:

  • IChemE associate (working towards or willing to attain chartered engineering status)
  • Experience in Safety and Environmental laws and regulations with high safety standards and a wide knowledge of Health and Safety management techniques
  • Proven experience in process engineering (preferably the cement industry) or other relevant industry
  • General knowledge in physics, chemistry, thermodynamics and IT.
  • Good knowledge of process control methods and statistical methods for troubleshooting.



What's on Offer

  • Salary ranging from £42,300 to £51,700, dependent on the level of experience.
  • Up to 13% overall pension contribution.
  • Private medical cover.
  • Up to 8% performance bonus.
  • Generous holiday entitlement.



If you're interested in this role, apply now.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

Contact
Jordi Williams
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7091104
Phone number
+441133889028

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Six Sigma, Lean, Process improvement
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Buxton
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jordi Williams
Consultant phone
+441133889028
Job reference
JN-082026-7091104