Mansfield
£39,000 - £45,000 + training & development opportunities + EV car scheme + 33 days holiday + holiday trading scheme + company benefits
Do you have experience leading continuous improvement activities within a manufacturing / production environment, looking to join a highly successful rail manufacturer, which is currently experiencing sustained growth, after securing a major export deal?
Are you looking to step into a newly created role, where you will directly contribute to the success of a long-standing business, with ongoing opportunities for career development?
This role is for someone with a background in continuous improvement, to drive operational excellence across the production team. You will support teams, improve performance, ensure compliance with health and safety standards and lead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable results.
The Company:
We are working with a rail engineering and manufacturing business based in Mansfield, recognised for delivering high-quality rolling stock and engineered solutions to the rail sector. The company is in an exciting phase of growth, supported by a major international export deal, driving continued investment and growth across the business.
The Role:
Coordinate and support production teams across multiple workstations
Monitor performance, operational standards, and production output against plan
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across productivity, quality, waste, and processes
Troubleshoot machinery, material, and operational issues - ensure all machinery and equipment are maintained and operating effectively
Promote and enforce health & safety procedures
Deliver health & safety and operational training to production teams
Support production and operational planning alongside senior management
Maintain clear communication between management and production teams
Analyse operational KPIs and performance data to identify improvement opportunitiesThe Person:
Continuous improvement / operations improvement experience
Manufacturing or production environment (heavy engineering / manufacturing preferred)
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Root Cause AnalysisBenefits:
EV Car Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
33 Days Holiday (increasing with service)
Holiday Trading
Monthly Rewards & Recognition
Career Development & Company Sponsored Training Courses
Company Socials
Onsite Parking
Employee Discount Schemes
Employee Assistance ProgrammingDoes this sound like your next career move? Apply today.
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Salary description
£39000.00 - £45000.00 per year