Process Improvement Engineer

We are seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to join our friendly, professional and highly driven team.

Working closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality and Engineering departments, this role will optimise continuous production lines, improve process capability, and standardise manufacturing practices to deliver safe, high-quality products while reducing operational costs.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, your main responsibilities will include:

Manufacturing Process Optimisation:

• Analyse and optimise our production processes.
• Improve line efficiency, throughput, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks to improve production capacity.
• Improve changeover times and production scheduling flexibility.
• Support the introduction of new manufacturing technologies.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives across the production facility.
• Facilitate collaboration and cross-functional improvement workshops as required.
• Assist Operations Management in promoting a culture of continuous improvement through employee engagement and training.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance to reduce defects.
• Improve compliance with product standards, customer specifications, and quality management systems.
• Support internal and external audits, as required.

Automation and Digital Manufacturing:

• Identify opportunities to automate manual production and inspection processes.

• Support the implementation and optimisation of PLC- and SCADA-controlled production systems.

• Work with Maintenance and Controls Engineers to improve machine reliability and automation performance.

• Support Industry 4.0 initiatives, including:

  • Real-time production monitoring
  • Machine performance analytics
  • Digital work instructions
  • Automated quality data collection
  • Predictive maintenance

• Assist with commissioning new production equipment and process upgrades.

• Collaborate with Maintenance to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.

• Analyse production losses and develop corrective actions to improve equipment availability.

• Support preventative and predictive maintenance initiatives.

• Participate in equipment upgrades and capital improvement projects.

About You:

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical, Industrial, Materials, or Process Engineering.
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in a manufacturing or process engineering environment.
• Process capability and Data Analysis.
• Experience with industrial automation.
• Hands-on experience with 3D modelling software. Ex: SolidWorks
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Experience with managing Capital Projects.
• Industry 4.0 Technologies

Desirable:

• Experience in insulated panel, steel processing, building products, or continuous production manufacturing.
• Knowledge of PIR foam processing, adhesive systems, or mineral wool manufacturing.
• Experience with PLC/SCADA-controlled production lines.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Design and specifications, and commissioning of latest industrial technology.
• PLC & SCADA Systems
• Experience in Project Management
• Power BI or similar reporting tools

Personal Attributes:

• Continuous improvement mindset
• Strong analytical and systems-thinking skills
• Results-oriented with a focus on operational excellence
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving
• Strong organisational and project management capabilities
• Collaborative and able to influence cross-functional teams
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety

What's in it for you:

• Growing successful business
• Employee reward and recognition program
• Mobile Phone / Laptop
• Salary being offered is commensurate with qualifications and experience and is between $90,000 - $100,000 + super

About Us:

Kingspan Insulated Panels is a market leader in low-energy building envelope solutions. We manufacture single-component, factory pre-engineered systems for commercial customers across Australia, providing thermally efficient and fire-safe solutions.

Globally, we are part of the Kingspan Group, a world leader in high-performance insulation, flooring, rainwater harvesting solutions and building products. Our mission is to accelerate a net-zero emissions future, with the well-being of people and the planet at its heart.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your customer service career and join a team where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Due to the large number of applications expected, only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted directly by our team. We thank everyone in advance for applying.

For more information about Kingspan Insulated Panels, please visit our website:  https://www.kingspan.com/au/en

Due to the large number of applications expected, only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted directly by our team. We thank everyone in advance for applying.