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JotunProcess Engineer
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LocationFlixborough
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Company size10,000+ people
First seenSep 11, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and process optimisation skills
Experience driving continuous improvement to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance
Ability to analyse production and quality data to improve process capability and reduce waste
Knowledge of batch manufacturing processes and quality systems within paint, coatings, chemicals, or similar industries
Effective stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
Practical, hands-on approach to implementing improvements on the factory floor
Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field
Manufacturing experience in paints, coatings, chemicals, adhesives, inks, or similar process industries
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt knowledge
ISO 9001 knowledge
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits
25 annual leave days plus bank holidays
Employee health plan
Employee assistant programme
Supportive and inclusive company culture
Team buildings and social activities
About the role
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
Create and maintain optimised production processes/formulation which ensure the correct quality and quantity of products including Right First Time and stable throughput time.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
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Make formulations available for products with specific and optimized process parameters.
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Update and change formulations as required by Group R&D
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Support and coach production operators with process optimization on a daily basis
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Optimize recipes to maintain competitiveness in the local market within the framework set by regional and global R&D
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Give technical support and cooperate closely with maintenance
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Follow-up process and quality deviations
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Investigate product complaints
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Describe the local production process for sustainable training of operators.
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Give training to relevant personnel
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Evaluate the need for improvements
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Additional powder-specific Responsibility:
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Provide compliance documents in accordance with various standards and directives like IOS MAT, REACH, ROHS, food contact, etc.
Requirements
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER
Key Skills & Experience
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Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and process optimisation skills.
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Experience driving continuous improvement to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
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Ability to analyse production and quality data to improve process capability and reduce waste.
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Knowledge of batch manufacturing processes and quality systems within paint, coatings, chemicals, or similar industries.
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Effective stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
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Practical, hands-on approach to implementing improvements on the factory floor
Qualifications
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Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
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Manufacturing experience in paints, coatings, chemicals, adhesives, inks, or similar process industries.
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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and ISO 9001 knowledge desirable.
What we offer
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Competitive compensation and benefits
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25 annual leave days plus bank holidays
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Employee Health Plan
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Employee Assistant Programme
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A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self
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A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities
POSITION INFORMATION
Company:
Jotun Paints (Europe) Ltd
Contract Type:
Legal
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):
27.11.2026
WHO WE ARE
Jotun in Europe and Central Asia (ECA) has 18 different legal entities and operates 7 production facilities. The region has approximately 2000 employees who work across four markets: Marine, Protective, Powder and Decorative. Jotun ECA is committed to an ambitious growth strategy. Our employees are the real value in our companies as individuals and teams. We strive to provide our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development driven by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.Jotun Paints (Europe) Ltd’s head office is based in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire and the Factory has been operational for over 30 years producing coatings to be distributed throughout Europe. We also have various sales offices located around the UK and Ireland with the company employing more than 270 people working across the Marine, Protective, Powder and Decorative markets. The company is people orientated offering opportunities for progression, learning and development in a friendly and supportive work environment undepinned by Jotun’s core values; Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.
Visit our Career Page to know more about life at Jotun.
Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.
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