Premier Engineering Looking for Lean/CI Engineer at Potto Full Time

Job Title: Lean Continuous Improvement Engineer

Salary: £35,000

Hours: 40 hours per week

Days Worked: Mon – Fri

Reports To: QHSE Manager

The client is based in Northallerton and is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Engineer to join their well established company. Being the UKs biggest manufacturer in their industry, they are a well respected and growing company with an amazing opportunity.

JOB SUMMARY

Purpose

• To lead, develop, improve and execute lean manufacturing and continuous improvement activities

Primary Responsibilities (included but not limited to)

• Develop, train and implement lean manufacturing techniques across all production areas.

• Audit and standardize manufacturing processes

• Lead manufacturing problem solving activities.

• Validate new products and design changes

• Identify and execute manufacturing cost down, efficiency and effectiveness improvements

• Support in the training and development of new personnel and the team to ensure they have the right skill set to meet the needs of the business.

• Feedback to managers on any quality, technical, and or delivery issues that arise.

• Adhere to general housekeeping and 5S rules ensuring the team always maintain a clean, tidy and organized working environment.

• Attend functional and business meetings as required and support other departments in order to meet Company objectives.

Core Skills & Competencies

• 2-3 years’ experience of working as Lean Implementation Continuous Improvement Engineer in a product design, manufacture and supply environment.

• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.

• Ability to establish strong working relationships and engagement with internal external teams, stakeholders and customers.

• Process driven, detailed and solutions orientated, with experience of working in a formal, continuous improvement culture and understanding of lean manufacturing tools techniques

• Excellent logical reasoning, root cause analysis, deductive problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Full and current UK driving license

Business Responsibilities

• Identify improvements and cost reduction opportunities, supporting and participating in lean and continuous improvement activities.

• Occasionally as is required work extra hours to meet business deadlines.

• Complete as is required by the Manager and/or Company activities to ensure the smooth running of the Business where such duties are appropriate to the grade and/or position of the job holder.

Individual Responsibilities

• Undertake, and participate in, the Company appraisal and reviews.

• Being flexible between processes where appropriate training has been given.

• Actively participate in training and development courses appropriate to job holder’s role and maximize opportunities for self-development by identifying any additional training needs.

• Do not, without due authorization (or taking all reasonable care) and good faith, divulge private or strictly confidential information relating to the Company or to its staff, customers, suppliers or applicants, and particularly in respect of personal data.

• Report any area of concern to their Manager.

• Be aware of, adhere to and at all times carry out their duties and conduct with due regard to the Company’s policies and procedures.

If you believe you qualify for this role and would like to apply for this opportunity. Please email  or alternatively call and ask for Ben.