5 of 5 Contract Lean Manufacturing Jobs in the UK

An established manufacturing and precision engineering partner to tier-1 power and aerospace customers is looking to bring in an ERP specialist, with production planning and scheduling experience, into their team. The successful applicant will be somebody who has experience where new ERP systems have been introduced, investigating the concerns encountered, finding the resolution and correcting errors. The project … to ensuring efficient material flow, optimized production schedules, and on-time delivery to customers. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with ERP systems and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, and supply chain coordination using Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) tools. Key Responsibilities: Planning & Scheduling * Develop and maintain the Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) system to align production … Ensure continuous improvement in data integrity across ERP and APS systems. Preferred Skills: * APICS CPIM or CSCP certification ( Desirable ) * Experience in problem solving newly introduced ERP systems * Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. * Familiarity with Metal fabrication processes ( Desirable ) Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): * Schedule adherence * On-time delivery rate * Inventory turnover * Production efficiency * ERP data accuracy More ❯

per week, 4.5 days (between 7am - 7pm, flexible by business needs) Security Clearance: BPSS+ (completed by Airbus Security) IR35: Outside About the Role Are you passionate about supporting manufacturing excellence and driving continuous improvement? Join our team as a Technical Support Engineer, where you'll play a vital role in enabling production success on the shopfloor. This is an … exciting opportunity to work at the heart of aircraft manufacturing, supporting operational excellence and making a real impact every day. What You'll Do Provide hands-on technical support to the production team, resolving issues on the shopfloor and ensuring smooth operations. Act as a key point of contact for technical queries, escalating complex problems to specialist teams when … needed. Support continuous improvement initiatives, helping to optimise processes and eliminate waste (LEAN). Manage work orders, including out-of-cycle tasks, and prioritise execution of serial and rework orders. Collaborate with colleagues to ensure quality, health & safety, and logistics standards are consistently met. Assist with the maintenance and improvement of industrial assets, including tools and jigs. Contribute to More ❯

Support of the analysis of the industrial systems and processes to assess their efficiency and effectiveness. Support on continuous work improvement as well as on the elimination of waste (LEAN). Industrial Assets-Daily/on shift line side, support on industrial assets: Support on the request for repair and the creation of specific requests for small tools. Support …/on shift line side, support on "Logistics": Support the prioritization of pulling materials related to Rework Work Order to the respective executing station. Requirements : Extensive experience in a manufacturing environment An innovative approach; looks for new ways of doing things Strong practical problem-solving ability Systematic and organized approach Flexible to changing customer needs Teamwork Analytical Stakeholder Management … Lean Manufacturing Customer Focused SAP experience If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply! Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies More ❯

/Operator (Wire & Spark Erosion) Reports to: Operations Manager Location: East Kilbride About the Opportunity Talent Media is proud to be partnering with a leading precision engineering and advanced manufacturing business to support the recruitment of an EDM Programmer/Operator. Our client is a globally recognised subcontract machining specialist with a strong reputation for delivering world-class precision … fixtures, and precision measuring tools. Conduct in-process inspections using micrometres, height gauges, and CMM equipment (where applicable). Monitor machine performance and carry out routine maintenance. Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to meet project deadlines and specifications. Ensure adherence to safety procedures and quality standards. Maintain accurate documentation for job tracking, tooling setup, and quality assurance. … organisational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities. Strong commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement. Desirable: Experience with CAD design software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD). Knowledge of lean manufacturing and 5S principles. Previous experience in Oil & Gas, Aerospace, or Defence engineering environments. Personal Attributes To succeed in this role, youll be a collaborative team player with More ❯

delivery Demonstrated leadership through influencing stakeholders and up-skilling engineers Commercial awareness using pragmatic approach to problem-solving Systems thinker who understand how large organizations operate and common pitfalls, LEAN manufacturing Understands Agile as a mindset, with direct experience in Scrum, Kanban, and/or SAFe Proven track record of working within and leading multi-functional teams Must More ❯