Process Engineer

On-site in Bridgend·Full-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

ROCKWOOL

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Our summary

Work mode: On-site, Bridgend
Contract: Full-time
Holiday: 30 days holiday + bank holidays

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Qualified to Degree level in engineering or manufacturing discipline
Experienced in the manufacturing industry
Previous experience of lean, CI & operational excellence
Strong analytical and data management skills
The capability to work within a team

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Competitive salary
30 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Aviva Pension
Company bonus scheme
Free on-site parking
Electric car charging facilities
Life Assurance 4x annual salary
Westfield Health Cashback Healthcare Scheme and Rewards Scheme

The role

Job Title: Process Engineer

Location: Pencoed, South Wales

We are looking for a talented Process Engineer to drive process enhancements, resolve production challenges, and support skills development across our operations. Reporting to the Process Manager, you will help ensure our manufacturing processes consistently achieve safety, efficiency, quality, and cost performance targets in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What you'll do

Contributing to the achievement of the factory's safety, environmental, and sustainability targets by promoting safe working practices, meeting regulatory requirements, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Contributing to successful completion of capex projects by specifying functional descriptions, being part of project teams and leading commissioning activities
Leading detailed investigations into production and process issues, carrying out root cause analysis, involving cross-functional teams, and delivering robust, lasting solutions
Planning, coordinating, and overseeing structured trials for materials, products, and processes, following Management of Change procedures and collaborating closely with stakeholders to optimise efficiency, quality, and consistency
Delivering measurable cost improvements by analysing Variable Production Costs (VPC), identifying opportunities for savings, and supporting the plant's budgeting process with accurate, data-led input
Maintaining precise process settings, communicating operational changes effectively to stakeholders, updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) in a timely manner, and providing training to develop the skills and knowledge of production teams
Playing a key role in factory shutdown and downtime planning by identifying critical cleaning, maintenance, and upgrade requirements, assisting with the successful commissioning of new equipment, and implementing initiatives to enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and productivity

Interested?

If you share our passion for making a positive difference, join us and help improve modern living conditions for millions of people worldwide.

Hiring process

Closing Date: 23rd November 2026

About ROCKWOOL

ROCKWOOL is a manufacturer of stone wool insulation made from volcanic rock, describing itself as the leading supplier of fire resilient stone wool insulation with solutions for all major application areas, including technical and OEM. Its products are aimed at safety, comfort and sustainability challenges such as energy consumption, noise pollution and fire resilience.

Its brand portfolio goes beyond insulation: it offers a complete ceiling system combining panels with suspension grid systems and accessories, and manufactures board material used in ventilated constructions for façade cladding, roof detailing, soffits and fascias. The group presents its products as contributing to a circular economy and to the safety, health and wellbeing of those who make and use them.

Industry: Insulation Manufacturing

In their own words

About the company & team

Join ROCKWOOL UK, part of the world's leading manufacturer of sustainable stone wool insulation products, and play a vital role in building a better future. At our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Pencoed, we transform volcanic rock into innovative, sustainable solutions that improve modern living and reduce environmental impact.

ROCKWOOL harnesses the natural power of stone to create innovative insulation and building solutions that make life safer, more sustainable, and more comfortable. Founded in Denmark in 1937, we are the world leader in stone wool solutions, with 51 manufacturing facilities in over 40 countries and more than 12,000 employees. Our mission is to use one of nature's most abundant resources to help people and communities thrive while protecting the planet for future generations.

We are proud of our inclusive, diverse workplace, representing 79 nationalities worldwide. Everyone is valued, respected, and heard, with equal opportunities at the heart of our approach.

Life at ROCKWOOL is guided by The ROCKWOOL Way - our shared values of ambition, responsibility, integrity, and efficiency, which shape how we work, innovate, and collaborate.

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