Material Process Engineer

Job Advert: Electroplating & Metal Finishing Process Engineer (Permanent) - Kent - £37,000

A fantastic opportunity has opened for an experienced Electroplating / Metal Finishing Process Engineer to join a manufacturing site in Kent on a permanent basis. You'll take ownership of electroplating and metal finishing processes-driving standards, improving capability, and supporting the introduction of new finishes in line with business objectives.

Salary: £37,000
Location: Kent (site-based)
Type: Permanent
Right to work: No visa sponsorship available (you must already have the right to work in the UK)

The Role

In this role, you will analyse, maintain and continuously improve the processes and standards of electroplating and metal finishing across the site. You'll also support the development and validation of new processes and finishes, ensuring all activity remains compliant with Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) requirements.

This position may include direct management and leadership responsibilities, depending on experience and site needs.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse current electroplating and metal finishing processes, identifying opportunities for improvement (quality, yield, throughput, cost, repeatability)
Maintain and improve process standards, work instructions, and operating controls
Develop and introduce new processes and finishes aligned to company objectives
Support trials, validation, troubleshooting and root-cause investigations (including corrective and preventative actions)
Ensure ongoing compliance with H&S, environmental, quality, and GMP standards (current and future)
Contribute to audits, documentation, and continuous improvement projects
Provide technical guidance and, where required, lead / manage team members to deliver operational objectives

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in electroplating and/or metal finishing in a manufacturing environment
Strong working knowledge of process control, continuous improvement, and technical problem solving
Demonstrable commitment to H&S and quality-led manufacturing
Understanding of regulated/controlled environments (e.g., GMP) is highly beneficial
Ability to influence stakeholders on the shopfloor and cross-functionally; leadership/people-management capability is a plus

What You'll Get

£37,000 salary (permanent)
A technically interesting, process-led role with scope to make measurable improvements
Opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities and help shape standards and capability on site
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed