Focus Improvement Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Focus Improvement Engineer to enhance operational performance within a leading soft drinks company. This role involves driving continuous improvement initiatives, conducting root cause analysis, and collaborating with engineering teams to solve complex problems. If you are passionate about operational excellence and enjoy fostering a culture of improvement, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact. Join a dynamic team dedicated to quality and innovation, where your contributions will help shape the future of the organization.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave plus Birthday off

14.5% Pension – 5% employee opt-in / 9.5% employer

Flexible Holiday Option - Buy 5 Additional Days

Enhanced Family Friendly & Carers Policies

Critical Illness Cover

Learning & Development Opportunities

Potential Corporate Incentive Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing or production industry.
• Strong knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and quality.
• Collaborate with teams to solve recurring operational issues.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Continuous Improvement

Data Analysis

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Education

Engineering recognized qualification

Tools

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

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Vacancy Name

Focus Improvement Engineer

Employment Type

Permanent

Country

United Kingdom

Location

Bradford

Business Area

Operations

Workplace Type

Onsite

About Princes

The Princes Group has over 7,000 employees with offices and production sites in the UK, Netherlands, Italy, Poland, France, and Mauritius. Princes manufactures different food and drink products responsibly sourced and enjoyed by consumers every day. None of this would be possible without striving to be an employer of choice, where our colleagues are proud to represent our business.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Focus Improvement Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement (CI) of ongoing issues to improve output and performance within our large soft drinks company.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and drive Continuous Improvement initiatives, identifying corrective actions and prevention strategies to further improve our manufacturing facility. Follow through the problem from initial stage to finally resolving.
2. Develop, implement, and monitor continuous improvement programs and initiatives, focusing on enhancing productivity, quality, and efficiency.
3. Collaborate with the engineering team and other business units to identify and solve recurring issues, thereby enhancing overall operational performance.
4. Use data-driven techniques and analytical skills to pinpoint issues and develop strategic improvement plans.
5. Provide technical support and guidance to the operations team to ensure all production activities align with the company's performance and quality standards.
6. Facilitate training and workshops to spread the continuous improvement culture across the organization.
7. Document all processes and actions taken to improve accuracy and provide a clear understanding of the methodology used.
8. Maintain product Food Safety, Legality, Integrity, Authenticity, and Quality standards by ensuring all associated policies and procedures are adhered to.

Role Requirements

Required Qualifications:

1. Engineering recognized qualification.
2. Proven experience in a similar role within the manufacturing or production industry.
3. Strong knowledge of root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
4. Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
5. Proficiency in the use of data analysis tools and software.
6. Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
7. Ability to lead and mentor teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

By joining our team, you will have an opportunity to contribute significantly to our commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence. If you're passionate about problem-solving and improving operational performance, we would like to meet you.

Benefits:

• 25 Days Annual Leave plus Birthday off
• 14.5% Pension – 5% employee opt-in / 9.5% employer
• Flexible Holiday Option - Buy 5 Additional Days
• Enhanced Family Friendly & Carers Policies
• Critical Illness Cover
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Potential Corporate Incentive Scheme (company performance based)