1 to 25 of 217 Permanent Continuous Improvement Jobs in the North East

Test Engineering Manager

Hiring Organisation
Catalyst
Location
County Durham, North East, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£70,000
function across the business, with overall accountability for manufacturing test development, automated test equipment, production test systems, production engineering, manufacturing process optimisation and continuous improvement. The Test Engineering Manager will be responsible for strong technical leadership in automated test development and LabVIEW-based systems with responsibility for leading Production … improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, throughput, labour utilisation and operational performance. The position plays a key role in supporting product lifecycle management, NPI, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. Main Responsibilities Define and implement the company's manufacturing test strategy. Lead development of production and service test ...

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Hiring Organisation
Theo James Recruitment
Location
Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£50000 - £55000/annum Overtime
established manufacturer Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment Ongoing technical training and development Exposure to electrical, electronic and mechanical systems Continuous improvement involvement Long-term career development Specialist high-tech manufacturing environment The Company: An established, high-tech manufacturing business is looking … within a specialist semiconductor manufacturing environment, the company uses state-of-the-art, multi-million-pound equipment and places a strong emphasis on reliability, continuous improvement and technical development. This is an excellent opportunity for an Equipment Technician who enjoys technically challenging fault finding and wants ...

Maintenance Technician

Hiring Organisation
Kinetic PLC
Location
Wallsend, Tyne and Wear, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£40000 - £46000/annum
mechanical bias to ensure the reliability and availability of plant and machinery. This role is focused on minimizing downtime through effective maintenance, SMED activities, continuous improvement projects, and strict adherence to health and safety standards. Key Responsibilities; Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to keep machinery operating … participate in SMED activities to reduce downtime. Work closely with production teams to ensure smooth operations and equipment availability. Support and actively engage in continuous improvement initiatives, promoting best operational practices. Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant legislation (Health & Safety, Quality, Environment, HSE, COSHH ...

Quality Manager (Resistors) (12 month, FTC)

Location
Bedlington, England, United Kingdom
play a critical role in driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance with industry standards, improving business performance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. By building strong relationships across all levels of the business, you'll drive continuous improvement, balancing quality, customer, operational and commercial priorities … cause investigations. Lead internal, supplier and customer audits. Monitor quality performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement. Promote a culture of quality ownership and continuous improvement across the organisation. Quality & Reliability Laboratory Management Provide leadership and oversight of the Quality & Reliability Laboratory. Ensure testing and product release ...

Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer

Location
North East, England, United Kingdom
emerging semiconductor cluster. They are now searching for a Manufacturing Engineer to provide manufacturing/industrial engineering expertise, using capacity modelling, data analysis and continuous improvement techniques to optimiseWIP flow, cycle time, equipment utilisation, throughput and delivery performance. Key Responsibilities Maintain and improve the fab capacity model … improvements Support the introduction of new processes, methods and production flows Estimate manufacturing costs, establish time standards and recommend tooling/process requirements Drive continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma and structured problem-solving methods Experience & Qualifications 2+ years’ experience in Semiconductor, Electronics or Automotive manufacturing ...

Continuous Improvement Practitioner

Location
Blyth, Northumberland, United Kingdom
reasons our company continues to thrive A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired! Job Description Reporting to the General Manager, The Continuous Improvement (CI) Practitioner will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of the Site CI plan, acting as a PMO for site whilst also … site to deliver Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, People benefits encouraging colleague participation. Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08.00-16.30 Key Duties of a Continuous Improvement Practitioner: Monitoring and supporting the delivery of the site CI plan working with site teams and the CLL Regional CI Manager ...

Project Manager

Hiring Organisation
Catalyst
Location
Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, North East, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£60,000
organisation covering areas such as systems implementation, organisation design change, process re-engineering and efficiency programmes. Reporting to the Head of Projects and Continuous Improvement, your specific responsibilities as Project Manager will include: Taking control of ongoing projects, bringing others back on track, and driving new priority … quality targets Leading business change process, people and methods of working Designing and embedding a robust business-wide project management framework Identifying and driving continuous improvement across operational processes As Project Manager you will need experience of: Hands-on delivery of multiple projects simultaneously Delivering a broad ...

Project Manager – Full Time – Low Fell & Chowdene

Location
Gateshead, England, United Kingdom
organisation covering areas such as systems implementation, organisation design change, process re-engineering and efficiency programmes. Reporting to the Head of Projects and Continuous Improvement, your specific responsibilities as Project Manager will include: Taking control of ongoing projects, bringing others back on track, and driving new priority … quality targets Leading business change process, people and methods of working Designing and embedding a robust business-wide project management framework Identifying and driving continuous improvement across operational processes As Project Manager you will need experience of: Hands-on delivery of multiple projects simultaneously Delivering a broad ...

Workday Analyst - HCM

Location
Sunderland, England, United Kingdom
processes.* Identify opportunities to improve user experience, simplify processes and increase automation across the employee lifecycle.* Support and deliver Workday configuration changes, enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives.* Manage and resolve Workday incidents, service requests and change requests in line with agreed service levels.* Facilitate workshops, demonstrations … bringing new ideas, innovations and best practice into Arriva.**About You**You'll be someone who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, solving problems and driving continuous improvement through technology.You're as comfortable discussing business challenges with senior stakeholders as you are working within Workday configuration and reporting. ...

Maintenance Electrician - Continental Shifts

Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, United Kingdom
improvements are required. Contribute to Root Cause Analysis investigations to identify recurring equipment failures and support the implementation of permanent corrective actions. Assist with continuous improvement initiatives that improve equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency and operational performance. Support the installation, commissioning, modification and improvement of plant … Testing). PLC training or fault-finding experience. Hydraulics and pneumatics training or experience. IOSH Working Safely or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement or Root Cause Analysis training. MEWP, FLT or First Aid qualifications. Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills, with the ability ...

Quality Manager

Hiring Organisation
Copello
Location
Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£40000 - £50000/annum
processes consistently meet customer, regulatory and internal requirements. This is an opportunity for an experienced quality professional to take ownership of quality systems, drive continuous improvement and work closely with teams across engineering, manufacturing, operations and supply chain. The Role As Quality Manager, you will be responsible … systems and processes. You will work across the business to ensure quality standards are maintained throughout the manufacturing lifecycle, while supporting a culture of continuous improvement and problem solving. Typical responsibilities will include: Managing and maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS). Supporting compliance with relevant quality ...

Electronics Engineer

Location
Billingham, England, United Kingdom
concept and design through schematic design, PCB layout, firmware implementation, testing, validation, manufacture and field support. Working with multidisciplinary teams, the Electronics Engineer drives continuous product improvement, resolves complex technical challenges and delivers innovative, reliable instrumentation that meets strict customer, safety, regulatory and business requirements while maintaining … precision measurement and control applications. Write, debug and maintain low-level embedded firmware for 32-bit microcontrollers. Support products throughout the full lifecycle, driving continuous improvement, technical problem-solving and successful product delivery. Electronics Engineer The Electronics Engineer designs, develops and supports state-of-the-art analogue ...

Electrical Engineer

Hiring Organisation
EFAB
Location
Barton-Upon-Humber, South Humberside, North East, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£40,000
people, technology, and operations. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining production performance, improving reliability, and driving continuous improvement across a busy manufacturing site. Working as part of a skilled engineering team, you'll be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient … breakdowns, and completing effective repairs. Fault finding on PLC-controlled machinery and automated systems. Conducting root cause analysis and implementing long-term solutions. Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across safety, processes, and technology. Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the Shire CMMS system. Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety policies ...

Controls & Automation Maintenance Technician

Hiring Organisation
We Are Zenith
Location
Washington, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£50000 - £55000/annum Inc Shift Allowance - Continentals
skilled maintenance professional to join a highly automated production environment, playing a key role in maximising equipment reliability, supporting production performance, and driving continuous improvement across the site. Key Responsibilities Diagnose and resolve electrical, automation, and control system faults to minimise production downtime. Deliver both planned preventative … work is completed safely, accurately, and to agreed timescales. Support root cause investigations and implement robust corrective actions to prevent recurring issues. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, equipment uptime, quality, and waste reduction. Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, spare parts records, and technical reports. Collaborate ...

Controls Technician

Hiring Organisation
KellyOCG
Location
Darlington, County Durham, North East, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£45,000
highly automated production facility in Darlington. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on controls professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex manufacturing systems, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting advanced automation technologies in a fast-paced environment. Working closely with maintenance, engineering, production, and IT teams … update controls documentation, procedures, and technical records. Act as a technical resource for maintenance and production teams, providing expertise and guidance when required. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and throughput. Support automation and capital projects, including the integration of new equipment into existing ...

Days Electrical Maintenance Technician

Hiring Organisation
Consortium Professional Recruitment
Location
North Ferriby, North Humberside, North East, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£40,000
multi-disciplinary maintenance team. If you're someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and takes pride in knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement, this could be your ideal next step. The Opportunity: As an Electrical Engineer you'll play a key role in: Carrying … Diagnosing electrical faults, especially on PLC control systems and instrumentation Supporting the wider team by sharing expertise and upskilling junior engineers Contributing to the continuous improvement of PPM strategies and engineering projects Operating safely and responsibly in a demanding environment, with respect for safety standards and operational ...

Data Engineer

Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
Technology to deliver data-driven business solutions. Implement data security and governance frameworks, including access controls, data lineage and sensitive data protection. Drive continuous improvement by adopting new technologies and best practices across the Azure and Databricks ecosystem. What you'll need: Strong experience building data pipelines … Excellent problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills. Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teams. Passion for innovation, continuous improvement and emerging data technologies. Desirable Experience with Scala. Exposure to MLOps, feature stores and machine learning platforms. Our Benefits Hybrid working ...

Full Stack Developer

Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
other architects to ensure successful project delivery. Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals. Identify and mitigate technical risks and issues. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within ...

Branch Manager

Hiring Organisation
BPX Electro Mechanical Co. Ltd
Location
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, North East, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
costs to maximise profitability and ensure effective resource allocation. Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety requirements, quality standards and regulatory obligations. Deliver continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness, customer experience and employee engagement. Collaborate with regional and national sales teams, marketing, finance, customer service … skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels. Commercially minded with sound decision-making and problem-solving capabilities. Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives and managing change. Strong customer relationship management skills with a focus on service excellence. Ability to analyse performance data ...

Finance Transformation Partner

Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
deliver measurable value. Leading stakeholder engagement activities and developing effective communication strategies that support successful change adoption. Helping to build a culture that embraces continuous improvement, innovation and new ways of working. Simplifying complex information and acting as an advocate for transformation at all levels … methodologies. Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence using a range of business systems and digital tools. A curious mindset with a passion for innovation, continuous improvement and challenging the status quo. An awareness of digital technologies, automation, AI and robotics within finance, which would be advantageous. ...

Platform & Systems Lead / CRM Lead

Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
wide adoption and lead a team responsible for the delivery of critical business services. This role offers the opportunity to: Lead the development and continuous improvement of business-critical client relationship platform, Intapp Dealcloud and Intapp Relationships. Influence how client, contact and relationship data is managed … team. Ensure delivery of a high-quality support and development service to the business. Manage priorities, workload and resource allocation across the team. Encourage continuous improvement, knowledge sharing and professional development. Identify opportunities to improve existing processes and ways of working. Lead or support projects involving ...

Infor Systems Administrator

Hiring Organisation
Nigel Wright Group
Location
North East England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£55,000 - £75,000 per annum
, automation, data-led decision-making and digital innovation. Role The Global Infor Systems Administrator will take ownership of the operational management, administration and continuous improvement of the organisation’s global Infor environment. Joining during the latter stages of implementation, you will work alongside the programme team … management skills, with the confidence to engage with operational teams, technical specialists, senior leaders and external suppliers. A good understanding of IT service management, continuous improvement and operational risk. Experience supporting systems through go-live, hypercare and transition into business-as-usual operation. A proactive, accountable approach ...

Information & Change Manager

Hiring Organisation
Norton Medical Centre
Location
Durham, TS20 2UZ, BILLINGHAM, TS23 2DG, United Kingdom
Salary
Negotiable
service redesign and population health management. Working closely with practice teams, clinicians, system partners and commissioning organisations, you will lead change programmes and drive continuous improvement through effective use of data and digital technologies. Main duties of the job Information Management Develop and maintain PCN performance reporting … service redesign and population health management. Working closely with practice teams, clinicians, system partners and commissioning organisations, you will lead change programmes and drive continuous improvement through effective use of data and digital technologies. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree level education or equivalent experience in management, healthcare ...

Quality Technology & Facilities Specialist

Location
Barnard Castle, England, United Kingdom
technologies, systems, and facilities across Engineering, MSAT, Logistics, Supply Chain, and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities. The role supports validation, maintenance, change control, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure operations remain compliant with regulatory requirements, GSK quality standards, and business objectives. Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams … opportunities for improvement. Participate in internal and external audits, supporting the preparation and review of facility and technology-related quality systems. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, implementing enhancements to optimise facility and technology performance. Conduct and lead routine Quality Oversight GEMBA activities with cross-functional teams ...

Senior Buyer Corporate Services · Durham ·

Location
North East, England, United Kingdom
risks and industry developments, proactively implementing mitigation strategies where appropriate. SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT Develop strong strategic relationships with key suppliers, driving collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. Lead commercial negotiations covering pricing, contracts, service levels and long-term supply agreements. Measure and manage supplier performance through appropriate KPIs, supporting supplier … stakeholders across the business. PROCUREMENT EXCELLENCE Ensure procurement activities comply with internal governance, ethical sourcing principles and contractual obligations. Support the development and continuous improvement of procurement processes, systems and reporting. Contribute to supply chain risk management activities, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing robust mitigation plans. Champion sustainable ...