Process Engineer

Department: Engineering

Job summary:

• This role is key to implementing new technology, developing, and introducing process improvements, standards, life cycle management and validation in select process areas, helping to advance and transform West's growing business, supporting capital investments, and contributing to addressing complex assignments. This person will have the opportunity to drive the implementation of new innovative processes and technologies in cooperation with the engineering and quality assurance teams and the plants.
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Your responsibilities:

• Participates in the development of standard process elements and their continuous improvement.
• Responsible for proposing, evaluating, and implementing process improvement projects related to quality, service, and HSE, using best practice methodologies.
• Participates in global and regional SME teams and harmonization projects and coordinates related activities locally.
• Evaluates and analyzes historical data; prepares reports and trend analyses on production process performance in cooperation with QA/QC.
• Directly involved in the introduction of new products and technological methods.
• Develops and implements practices and procedures to improve and standardize production processes to ensure profitability, quality, and safety.
• Evaluates and recommends internal and external best practices to keep Kovin’s production processes at the leading edge.
• Participates in the preparation and delivery of employee training in collaboration with Engineering and Production Managers.
• Manages and implements the best practice validation concept related to process areas and projects, in alignment with West’s global validation approach.
• Performs all duties in accordance with the company’s health and safety policies, environmental protection requirements, applicable legislation, and company policies.

Your Profile:

• Minimum: Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• Preferred: Minimum 3 years of work experience in production or manufacturing technology.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to multitask.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to set priorities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Positive attitude, flexible, and supportive of change.
• Thorough understanding and application of current company procedures and policies.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt preferred).
• Working knowledge of SPC and Minitab software.
• Strong project management skills.

We offer:

• A dynamic working environment
• Excellent working conditions
• Organized transport to and from Kovin for employees residing in Belgrade and Pancevo
• Opportunities for personal and professional development
• Access to a modern and comprehensive learning management system
• A well-designed and equipped canteen providing cooked meals
• A friendly and dynamic team that will support you from the outset
• Private health insurance
• A competitive salary package