Business Improvement Specialist (Manufacturing & Fabrication)
While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
Paignton | Day Shift | Up to £50,000
Are you passionate about driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Our client, a well-established and growing organisation within the fabrication sector, is seeking a Business Improvement Specialist to play a key role in optimising operations across their PVC and aluminium window, door, and patio door production processes.
The Role
This is a hands-on, impactful position where you will lead and support improvement initiatives across core manufacturing areas including cutting, machining, assembly, glazing, finishing, transport, and dispatch.
You'll be instrumental in enhancing performance, improving efficiency, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive improvement initiatives across fabrication and manufacturing processes
- Support and lead projects aligned with operational strategy using A3 problem solving and Obeya methodologies
- Optimise production layouts to improve flow and reduce bottlenecks
- Deliver measurable improvements in OEE, scrap reduction, cycle times, and productivity
- Ensure KPI targets across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, and Environment are achieved
- Promote and maintain safe systems of work across all fabrication areas
- Identify and eliminate waste in time, motion, and cost
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production, maintenance, quality, and planning teams
About You
- Strong practical experience in business improvement and lean manufacturing
- Solid knowledge xrnqpay of 5S, visual management, A3 problem solving, and project management
- Experience working with MES systems and production flow optimisation
- Proven track record of delivering operational improvements in a manufacturing setting
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt qualification (essential)
- A proactive, positive mindset with strong communication and collaboration skills
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary up to £50,000
- Day shift role offering excellent work-life...
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