De Beers Group of Companies Hiring For Process Engineer at Shannon, County Clare Full Time

• Element Six (E6), is a global leader in the design, development and production of synthetic diamond and tungsten carbide supermaterials. Part of the De Beers Group, our primary manufacturing sites are located in UK, Ireland, Germany, South Africa and the US.

Our mission

We put our customers first. Using our technological expertise and industrial leadership we deliver innovative solutions to achieve competitive advantage.

Our vision

With access to the most sophisticated R&D technology and the best minds in the business, the future is full of possibilities.

Employment Equity & Inclusion and Diversity

We are committed to fostering a vibrant workplace culture that is inclusive and embraces our diversity, where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential, and thrive.

Job Description

• Element Six would like to recruit for the position of Process Engineer reporting to the Process Manager. As part of the Engineering team, the primary role of the successful candidate will be to implement continuous & step change improvements to deliver yield, process capability, efficiency, and cost improvements. This role is a technical role, requiring problem solving through data analysis using good mechanical engineering & scientific methods.

Duties and tasks

Ensure Safety is number one priority in all work carried out.

Measure and Improve Process capability on agreed processes.

Fully Document agreed processes using Control Plans, FMEAs, Standard Work Instructions and Reactions / Escalation plan.

Analyse production data to identify opportunitiesfor improvements

Project manage step change improvement projects to Deliver Yield Improvements, Cycle Time Reductions and Cost Savings.

Work with cross functional teams to manage implementation of process improvements

Problem solving and root cause analysis

Value stream mapping and understanding the full process.

Qualifications

• Diploma / Degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent certification. Open to graduates with a co-op in Engineering.

Ideally 2 years’ experience in Engineering

Understanding of lean principles with demonstrated experience having achieved a yellow & green belt

Make timely, informed decisions that are data-driven, and aligned with goals, constraints, and risks.

Excellent communication, people and team working skills

A team player with a can do, pro-active attitude and a passion for improvement.

Good understanding of health and safety standards as well as quality standards, environmental and sustainability standards.

Proficiency in MS Office software

Minitab an advantage.