Process Reliability Engineer

Process Reliability Engineer – Hiring Now!

Location: Stevenage | Company: Europe Snacks Ltd

About the Role

Are you passionate about process improvement, manufacturing excellence, and driving operational performance? Do you enjoy solving complex production challenges using data, engineering expertise, and continuous improvement methodologies? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We're recruiting a Process Reliability Engineer to join our Stevenage manufacturing team. Reporting to the APU Manager, you'll play a key role in improving and sustaining manufacturing processes across mixing, frying, and packing operations. Working closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Technical teams, you'll drive process stability, enhance product quality, improve reliability, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that support our operational goals.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, efficiency, and reliability across the manufacturing unit
• Monitor process performance, KPI trends, and operational data to identify opportunities for improvement
• Coordinate technical projects, line modifications, and improvement activities within the production area
• Support and contribute to major capital investment (CAPEX) projects
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance strategies in partnership with Engineering and Production teams
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to resolve process, quality, and performance issues
• Utilise FMEA and other risk assessment tools to support process changes and improvement projects
• Analyse OEE losses and implement actions to improve operational performance
• Review process capability and Statistical Process Control (SPC) data to drive consistent output and product quality
• Develop, update, and embed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across the operation
• Drive waste reduction and energy optimisation initiatives across manufacturing processes
• Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to deliver measurable business improvements
• Conduct GEMBA observations and reliability reviews to identify improvement opportunities
• Coach, mentor, and train operational teams to build technical capability and process understanding
• Promote a strong culture of Health & Safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
• Enjoy a Monday to Friday working pattern (9:00am - 5:30pm), offering a great work-life balance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What We're Looking For

• Degree qualified in Food Science, Food Processing, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline
• Experience within a manufacturing, food production, FMCG, or process-driven environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn data into practical solutions
• Experience conducting Root Cause Analysis and implementing corrective actions
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Ability to influence and work collaboratively across Production, Engineering, Quality, and Technical teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office applications and data analysis tools
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with a passion for improving processes and performance

Desirable Skills

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent certification
• Experience using Minitab or similar statistical analysis software
• Experience within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Knowledge of FMEA, SPC, OEE, and Reliability Engineering techniques
• Basic Food Safety and Hygiene certification

What We Offer

• Salary: £46,000 – £47,000
• Company pension scheme
• Referral programme
• Access to a digital rewards platform with discounts and salary sacrifice options
• Recognition & Wellbeing programmes
• Ongoing career progression, development, and strong long-term job security
• The opportunity to make a real impact within a growing and ambitious food manufacturing business

Why Join Europe Snacks?

At Europe Snacks, our values of Entrepreneurship, Excellence and Care are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a culture where our people can thrive, develop, and contribute to the future success of our business.

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step and join a company that values equality, diversity, inclusion, and its people, apply today and help us shape the future of Europe Snacks.

Please note: This role is not supported with visa sponsorship.

Europe Snacks is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us.

Please note, we are not working with recruitment agencies for this vacancy and kindly ask that agencies do not contact us regarding this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £46,000.00-£47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person