Reed Engineering and Manufacturing are proud to be partnering with a specialist metals manufacturing business to recruit a Process Technologist.This is a unique opportunity to join a growing organisation operating within highly regulated and rapidly expanding sectors including Nuclear, Aerospace and Defence etcThis hands-on role combines technical process development, oversight, quality management, and strategic business support. You will play a key role in developing new manufacturing capabilities, improving existing processes, supporting accreditation requirements, and helping drive the future growth of the business.The RoleAs Process Technologist, you will take ownership of process optimisation and product development activities whilst ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements, working the process and improvements within team who work with acid etch, pickling and also NDTWorking closely with production teams, senior management, customers, and research institutions, you will be instrumental in identifying improvement opportunities, introducing new technologies, and enhancing operational performance.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development and optimisation of manufacturing and inspection processes, including pickling, acid etch and NDT activities.Design, coordinate, and evaluate process trials, documenting outcomes and driving continuous improvement initiatives.Develop and maintain a structured trials database to capture process development ..... full job details .....