McCormick & Company

Process Engineer

McCormick & Company

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Peterborough • United Kingdom

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About the role

  • Drive Process Reliability, Yield and Scrap performance for the line.
  • Lead improvement initiatives to meet annual operational goals.
  • Analyze processes to identify gaps and implement optimization solutions.
  • Troubleshoot production losses and strengthen line standards.
  • Support cost-reduction, automation and capital improvement projects.
  • Provide data analysis and insights to support technical and investment decisions.
  • Develop and maintain key operational documentation (SOPs, training materials).
  • Coach and develop Technicians and Operators to build team capability.
  • Ensure data accuracy for line KPIs and prepare regular performance reports.
  • Participate in daily direction-setting meetings and contribute to a site pillar.

Requirements

  • Strong engineering background, ideally in Mechanical Engineering, with solid practical experience working directly with production lines and technical equipment.
  • Hands-on mechanical capability, including effective troubleshooting, process optimization, and proven impact on reducing line losses and scrap.
  • Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to interpret operational data, prepare clear presentations, and confidently use tools such as Power BI and Excel.
  • Effective communication and influencing abilities, enabling collaboration across functions and guiding teams without formal authority.
  • Team-oriented and proactive mindset, with a natural willingness to spend time on the shop floor (Gemba) and engage with technicians and operators.
  • High learning agility and adaptability, comfortable working in ambiguous environments, supporting projects, and showing strong potential for future leadership.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible work hours
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
coachingteam developmenteffective communicationinfluencingcollaborationproactive mindsetlearning agilityadaptabilityleadership potentialengagement