Continuous Improvement Engineer

Wabtec Corporation; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation seeks a Production/Continuous Improvement Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes at their Burton upon Trent site. This role involves analyzing and optimizing production workflows, implementing improvements, and supporting manufacturing programs. Candidates should have a degree in engineering, with strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma principles.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience in production and continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical skills to implement effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Analyse production workflows to identify inefficiencies.
• Implement process improvements for waste reduction.
• Collect and monitor production data for performance insights.

Skills

Lean principles

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Wabtec Corporation

Talent Acquisition Partner at Wabtec Corporation

Who will you be working with?

We are seeking an experienced Production/Continuous Improvement Engineer to join our team at the LH Group (a Division of Wabtec UK Ltd) based in Burton on Trent we support our customers through maintenance and operation optimisation with customised solutions for spare parts, repair, and overhaul activities on existing trains.

Role: Production-Continuous Improvement Engineer

Location: Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, (DE13 8EN)

Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:30pm and Friday 08:00am to 13:00pm, 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

How will you make a difference?

The key aim of the role is to optimise the assembly and manufacturing process by studying product and manufacturing methods, designing, and delivering robust process flows and work instructions. Support manufacturing programs and continuous improvement disciplines in providing cost effective manufacturing processes for new and existing programs.

What will your typical day look like?

• Analyse current production workflows to identify inefficiencies.
• Implement improvements to reduce waste, increase output, and enhance quality.
• Collect and interpret production data to monitor performance.
• Investigate root causes of production issues.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead or support projects aimed at improving productivity or introducing new equipment/processes.

What do we want to know about you?

• Good understanding of Lean principles/tools and Six Sigma.

If you don’t have all the above criteria don’t worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values always put people first, and strive to expand what is possible.

Apply today!

Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

*Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalised agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Manufacturing, and Product Management

• Industries

  Railroad Equipment Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Engineering Services

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