Lean Manufacturing Jobs in the UK

26 to 50 of 91 Lean Manufacturing Jobs in the UK

Head of Production - Contract

South East, United Kingdom
Defence
be undertaken: You will be responsible for the planning and control of Roke products. You will liaise with cross-departmental stakeholders to understand the manufacturing needs, undertake materials management, manufacturing planning and ensure that materials reach production on time. You will be responsible for work in progress, use … in relevant subjects Strong computer based literacy. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Experienced with MRP tools (SAP,IFS would be advantageous) Excellent communication skills Experience in Lean Manufacturing Tools and Techniques Experience managing small/medium manufacturing shop floor team will be an advantage. Personal Attributes, Values and Competencies more »
Employment Type: Contract
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Quality Supervisor

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
MDE Group UK
Production Quality Supervisor Location: West Midlands, West Midlands, Dudley Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Primary Industry: Automotive Secondary Industry: Manufacturing and Production Salary: £competitive Job Duties: Managing Quality Engineers and Inspectors on day-to-day bases Inspects and improves products and monitors and develops inspection processes. Contribute to quality … assurance policies and write procedures. Ensure manufacturing is adhering to product requirements per customer specifications. Facilitate problem solving activities related to customer concerns, customer rejects and warranty returns. Drive daily problem-solving activity through 8D methodology and ensure poke yokes are implemented where feasible. Train inspectors and Production team … and reporting tools Ability to lead and motivate a team towards quality goals Preferred Qualifications: Certification in Quality Management (e.g. Six Sigma) Experience with Lean manufacturing principles Working Conditions: Work primarily in a manufacturing plant environment May require occasional travel for supplier audits or training purposes Full more »
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Project Manager Quality Systems

Swadlincote, Derbyshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Omega Leeds
Job Title: Project Manager Quality Systems Scope of Work: IS09001 Quality Certification rollout The Client: SME Manufacturing site, supplying the construction industry. Job Location: Derby area; good access Hybrid working Job Reward: £60-65K target Band However, applications taken on experience for this business-critical hire. Contract Type … specified and smart project goals, to consistently drive quality and traceability through all aspects of the business. With a proven record of success managing manufacturing, technical or quality systems projects in the manufacturing industry. Ideally a qualified, certified Project Manager. Familiarize Yourself with ISO 9001 Project Plan Identify … such as BBA Scope and drive the defined project plan with clear timelines and outcomes required Use department heads to drive changes through the manufacturing business Ensure quality standards, processes and procedures are defined that can be maintained and understood by Departmental Heads enabling the future success of the more »
Employment Type: Contract, Work From Home
Rate: £60,000
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Commercial Unit Manager - Hummingbird Sensing Technology

Crowborough, England, United Kingdom
Servomex
process, quarterly and monthly reporting & forecasting cycles. Develop a culture of continuous improvement, being a strong advocate of 80:20, Spectris Business Systems (SBS) & Lean Six sigma principles. Defining and delivering year on year business, product & process improvements, reducing complexity and delivering operational excellence through ruthless prioritisation. Support the … programmes. Track record of success in the design and implementation of organisational change. Extensive industry connections within the Hummingbird markets. Experience and knowledge of Lean manufacturing techniques (including design for manufacture) and implementing Lean projects within a commercial environment. 80/20 Mindset and philosophy, highly focused more »
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Tooling Design Engineer

Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Limbs & Things
winning and still privately owned, the £30M business has grown from a tabletop start up, to a multinational business with its head office and manufacturing in Bristol, along with sales offices in the USA, Australia and Sweden. The vision of the business remains as it always has: to design … winning and still privately owned, the £30M business has grown from a tabletop start up, to a multinational business with its head office and manufacturing in Bristol, along with sales offices in the USA, Australia and Sweden. The vision of the business remains as it always has: to design … modelling ideally SolidWorks and producing production documentation including technical drawings and process control documents Prior experience with mould flow analysis In depth knowledge of manufacturing techniques used to produce injection tooling Experience working with tool makers in the UK and overseas Broad understanding of small to large-scale production more »
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Project Manager Quality Systems

Derby, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Omega
Job Title: Project Manager Quality Systems Scope of Work: IS09001 Quality Certification rollout The Client: SME Manufacturing site supplying the construction industry. Job Location: Derby area; good access Hybrid working Job Reward: £60-65K target Band However, applications took on experience for this business-critical hire. Contract Type … specified and smart project goals, to consistently drive quality and traceability through all aspects of the business. With a proven record of success managing manufacturing, technical or quality systems projects in the manufacturing industry. Ideally a qualified, certified Project Manager. Overview: Own ISO 9001 Plan Responsibilities, Policies, and … accredited certification, such as BBA and drive the defined project plan with clear timelines and outcomes required department heads to drive changes through the manufacturing business quality standards, processes and procedures are defined that can be maintained and understood by Departmental Heads enabling the future success of the business more »
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Supplier Quality Engineer

Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Microtech Global Ltd
Define and communicate quality standards, specifications, and expectations to suppliers. Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ISO/TS 16949 and specific semiconductor manufacturing quality requirements. Audits and Assessments: Conduct regular on-site and remote audits of suppliers to assess compliance with quality management systems, process controls, and … technical specifications. Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance manufacturing processes, reduce defects, and improve overall product quality. Problem Resolution: Investigate and resolve quality issues promptly, utilizing root cause analysis and corrective action processes. Work closely with suppliers to implement corrective and preventive actions. Risk Management … regulatory requirements. To be considered you will need the following: Strong knowledge of quality management systems, standards, and methodologies (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing). Familiarity with supplier management processes, including qualification, evaluation, and performance monitoring. Proficient in conducting supplier audits and implementing corrective actions. Understands more »
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £50,000
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Quality Engineer

Leominster, Herefordshire, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Kingspan
data to establish on-going process capabilities through the use of Cognos Studio and Minitab. Identify and lead improvement projects, applying the principles of Lean/6-Sigma, to reduce the cost of quality. Support the attainment of WCOM – quality roadmap objectives and targets. Effective understanding and application of … of working with various IT programs i.e. MS Word, Excel Whilst not essential, the following would be of benefit: Internal auditor qualification Qualification in Lean Manufacturing or equivalent Experience within a similar role Experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment QC laboratory testing experience Investigating customer complaints more »
Employment Type: Permanent
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Production Team Leader

Doncaster, England, United Kingdom
Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2)
regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members, recognizing achievements and addressing areas for development. Drive initiatives for continuous improvement, such as implementing lean manufacturing principles, streamlining processes, and introducing new technologies or methodologies. Keep abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to production … required: Degree in engineering, related field (not essential). Proven experience in a production leadership role, preferably in a startup environment or fast-paced manufacturing setting. Strong knowledge of production and assembly processes (specifically in piping), quality control principles, and safety regulations. Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the more »
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CNC Lathe Setter/Programmer

Rotherham, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Aqumen Recruitment
Elevate your career with a pivotal role in precision engineering. A leading manufacturing firm is seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Setter/Programmer to join their dedicated team, crafting high-quality, high-volume turned components. This position is not just a job; it's a chance to engage with … or a relevant apprenticeship. Your background should demonstrate proficiency in operating and setting sliding head machines, solid CAM experience, and a commitment to lean manufacturing principles. Experience in manufacturing precision components is essential, as is a flexible, industrious approach to work. This role requires an individual who more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £30,000
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Graduate Maintenance Engineer Trainee

Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
SLB
Manager. Participate in periodic technical audits and CAT compliance assessments. Follow up on maintenance-related remedial action plan closures. Qualifications BS or MSc : Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering (other closely related degrees considered) of a 2:2 standard or above. The desire to work in a fast … dynamic business on high-value, technically complex products/projects. Right to work in the UK. Experience or knowledge in Maintenance processes and workflows (Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma). Preferred Skills Strong interpersonal skills to communicate clearly and confidently. Be able to choose and initiate action. Be more »
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Project Engineer

Wolverhampton, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Quest Global Engineering Limited
characteristics and skills: Role: The Project Manager will be accountable for the success of their projects and will integrate efforts between all functions (engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality and others as required) to manage risk ensuring the teams delight the customer and stakeholders by meeting cost, schedule and requirement … creation of new bids and proposals with responsibility for planning and commercial aspects Lead various types of project such as NPI, R&D and lean manufacturing for example. Participate and lead continuous improvement activities to drive efficiency and eliminate waste within processes and the organization Promote a culture more »
Employment Type: Contract
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NPI Engineer

Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Recruit Plus Ltd
managing the NPI process, from concept to commercialisation. This will include working closely with cross-functional teams to define product requirements, developing and validating manufacturing processes, and ensuring product quality. The NPI Engineer will also be responsible for managing the transition of new products from R&D to mass … projects providing Engineering support from concept through to Volume production Develop and maintain strong relationships with key project stakeholders, including customers, sales, marketing and manufacturing Lead and participate in cross-functional project teams to deliver new products to market on time and within budget Support the Generation of detailed … or related field 3 -5 years experience in a similar NPI Role in Automotive or similar industry Excellent Project Management skills Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and assembly processes Ability to read and interpret technical drawings Working knowledge and experience of FMEA, DFM/DFA, APQP, PPAP Working knowledge more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £50,000
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Quality Leader

Bristol, Avon, South West, United Kingdom
Engineering
expected to have the following skills and knowledge: Sound understanding of problem-solving tools & techniques e.g. 5Whys, Ishikawa, 8D A good working knowledge of Lean manufacturing/Six Sigma/Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) Previous experience within a Supplier Assurance Quality role What you'll get more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £65,000
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Senior Automation Engineer

Liverpool, Merseyside, North West, United Kingdom
Olleco
oil & gas industry Degree Level qualified in an Engineering discipline (or equivalent) Proven electrical, control & instrumentation experience Experience in continuous/process improvement and LEAN manufacturing Ability to read electrical and pneumatic drawings, P&ID's, and PLC Code Ability to work on Allen Bradley/Rockwell PLC more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £50,000
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Engineering Manager

Dudley, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
within the engineering industry looking to join a well-established, local company where you will be able to have full reins of implementing a lean environment and good team culture. The company are industry leaders in their given sector and work with a host of reputable customers and clients … join the team to oversee a team of 11 engineers within design. This role would suit an individual with strong management experience within the manufacturing/engineering sector looking for an exciting but challenging role within a well established business. The Role: Reporting directly to the MD, managing a … team of 11 engineers within design to ensure that work is up to quality standards, within the specified timeframes and within budget. Implement lean manufacturing, root cause analysis, continuous improvement Work with multidisciplinary teams such as manufacturing, sales 7:30 to 4pm Monday to Friday, potential for more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £60,000
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Apprentice Technical Support Technician

Spellman hv Electronics Limited, Broomers Park, Broomers Hill Lane, Pulborough, England
SPELLMAN HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRONICS LIMITED
apprentice technical support technician your role will lead to the testing and investigation of production products utilising automatic test fixtures as part of cell manufacturing in this high-tech Company. Role The apprenticeship will cover: Testing of high voltage power supplies to specification requirements. Completion of test reports and … oscilloscopes, function generators, digital power supplies and multi meters. Understanding high voltage test methods. Soldering and rework methods to IPC standards. Working in a lean manufacturing facility. Use of MS Office. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Diligent application to study the AME route on day release … precautions and high voltage control measures. Keep informed and support EMS and improvement team activities and IS09001 - Quality and ISO 14001- Environmental requirements including lean initiatives. Work with other team members to continuously improve quality and processes. Responsibility for adhering to the Company’s ISO 9001 Quality, ISO14001 Environmental more »
Employment Type: Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary: £23,000.00
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Electronics/Electrical Technician Apprentice

UNIT B6, MILLBROOK CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, England
IONOPTIKA LTD
components, and assemblies against drawings. 5. Managing inventory and maintaining optimal inventory levels. 6. Testing complex products before dispatch. 7. Supporting the implementation of lean manufacturing within the Production Department. Given our status as a small company, you will have ample opportunities to be involved in various aspects … and take place in the last three months of the apprenticeship. By the end you will have one of the following qualifications; 1) Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) – Awarding organisation EAL; GLH 750, or 2) Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) – Awarding organisation Pearson; GLH 720 or … Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) Awarding organisation City & Guilds; GLH 720. Begin your career journey as an Electronics Technician. Starting with an apprenticeship, you'll gain hands-on experience and fundamental skills. Join our company focusing on production with opportunities to support or expand into R&D more »
Employment Type: Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary: £14,625.00
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Quality Engineer

Newport, Wales, United Kingdom
IQE
Drive prevention of issues on NPI from lessons learned from historical issues About you Proven and experienced problem solver in a technology/complex manufacturing environment Strong interpersonal skills, both for building customer relationships and effectively collaborating with internal groups Strong oral and written communication skills Working knowledge of … experience in a similar role is key Previous experience in the semiconductor industry is desirable but not essential. Experience in a continuous improvement environment, lean manufacturing tools and techniques is desirable. Green six sigma and strong understanding of statistical tools is highly beneficial Why should you join us more »
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Maintenance and Engineering Manager - (12 Month FTC)

Liverpool, Merseyside, North West, United Kingdom
International Automotive Components Group Limited
purpose of the job: To provide supervisory support for engineering and maintenance teams Main objectives and results : Direct line management, coaching and training of Manufacturing Engineering & Maintenance team Accountability for Project management of all aspects of M.E projects to support site development and launch Plan the workload for specific … be time-served multi-skilled Engineer, and preferably certified to HND/degree level. Proven experience of Engineering, preferably within a high volume, automotive manufacturing environment. Competent in Microsoft Office Excellent organisational and communicational skills as well as a strong sense of urgency and an ability to work under … in a highly pressured and demand focused organisation. Able to liaise professionally at ALL levels within and outside the Company Knowledge of customer base, manufacturing processes and capabilities, company products, technology and efficiency Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements Health & Safety, LOTO, PUWER 3 years of experience working within a more »
Employment Type: Permanent
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Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Cumbernauld, Mollinburn, Lanarkshire, United Kingdom
HRC Recruitment
a blank canvass CI environment? How about the opportunity to learn from some of the world’s best and help kickstart a career in manufacturing based Continuous Improvement? Interested? If so, read on… The role: We are looking for a Continuous Improvement professional to join us in our journey … of the implementation and delivery of our 5 year plan towards manufacturing excellence. You will play a key role in supporting a clear vision on streamlining work and reducing waste for years to come. Working under the leadership and direction of the Continuous Improvement manager, you will provide and … promote projects relating to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing in an FMCG context. A key part of this role is to influence positive change and ensure training and development of the existing tools, techniques and methodologies are sustainable on an ongoing basis for the site. What the day more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £26000 - £27000/annum
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Senior Electronic Design Engineer

Hemel Hempstead, England, United Kingdom
Smiths Detection
Design and build production test systems. Investigate electronics approaches to meet new product requirements, propose, develop and implement robust and reliable solutions to enable manufacturing to cost and throughput targets. Understand and interpret technical requirement specifications. Support existing manufacturing by responding to electronics related problems causing production outages … relevant Electronic Design for Test Equipment Happy to be office based 2-3 days a week. Competent user of schematic capture and simulation tools Lean Manufacturing knowledge Good IT skills, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, Word are essential. Excellent team worker, able to work with minimal supervision to deliver … Military Standards Knowledge of Arduino based systems. Ability to mentor and develop technicians and junior engineers Familiar with electromechanical/pneumatic systems Experience of manufacturing automation Diversity & Inclusion We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for more »
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AIT Mechanical Engineer

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, South East, United Kingdom
Morson Talent
processes and project phases. • Satellite Appendage installation process (Solar Array, reflectors, antennas, deployable systems). • Good understanding and detailed experience of complex mechanical systems. • Lean manufacturing techniques including 5S, root cause analysis and continuous improvement. • Prepare and carry out environmental tests (Vibration, Acoustic, Mass properties, Thermal) at unit more »
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: £35 per hour
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Quality Engineer

Plymouth, Devon, South West, United Kingdom
AndRecruit Engineering
Engineer to join their business on a permanent basis in the Plymouth area. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding and passionate about Lean Manufacturing and will be mainly responsible for improving quality of the company's operational processes and output The Quality Engineer will ideally have … the following attributes: Degree qualified or experience working in similar role 2 years experience in Manufacturing Environment APQP/PPAP experience beneficial Self-motivated individual Right first time approach Ability to work calmly under pressure The Quality Engineer role will involve: Drive standardisation on processes along with waste elimination … quality development, implementing new processes Develop and maintain quality assurance throughout product development cycle for NPI Responsible for control plans and QA associated to manufacturing processes which are outsourced Collating material compliance data, report writing where necessary Resolve customer issues in a timely manner Champion problem solving with use more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £40,000
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Quality Engineer

Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
AndRecruit Engineering
to join their business on a permanent basis in the North Yorkshire area. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding and passionate about Lean Manufacturing and will be mainly responsible for improving quality of the company's operational processes and output The Quality Engineer will ideally have … the following attributes: Degree qualified or prevuious experience working in similar role 2 years experience in Manufacturing Environment APQP/PPAP experience beneficial Self-motivated individual Right first time approach Ability to work calmly under pressure The Quality Engineer role will involve: Drive standardisation on processes along with waste … quality development, implementing new processes Develop and maintain quality assurance throughout product development cycle for NPI Responsible for control plans and QA associated to manufacturing processes which are outsourced Collating material compliance data, report writing where necessary Resolve customer issues in a timely manner Champion problem solving with use more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £35,000
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Lean Manufacturing
10th Percentile
£44,325
25th Percentile
£51,188
Median
£55,000
75th Percentile
£56,875
90th Percentile
£60,250