Graduate - Business Improvement Engineer

Epwin Group Plc; Telford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Telford is seeking a Graduate – Business Improvement Engineer to support the delivery of improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, Business, or Data Analytics, alongside strong analytical skills. This role offers hands-on experience in continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration. Working Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 17:00, this position aims to develop future leaders in business improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Business, Data Analytics, or related discipline.
• Experience with Manufacturing, Warehousing & Distribution operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of improvement projects across manufacturing.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret operational data.
• Support the development and maintenance of BI dashboards.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience of Manufacturing

Experience of Warehousing & Distribution operations

Experience with data analysis tools

Exposure to lean manufacturing

Full Driving License

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Business

Degree in Data Analytics

Tools

MS Office 365

Project Management tools

ERP/MES systems (e.g., Navision)

Job description

EPW2Job Title: Graduate – Business Improvement EngineerLocation: TelfordHours of Work: Monday-Friday: 8:30-17:00Job Purpose:Reporting directly to the Business Process Improvement Manager, you will be a key member of the BI team, the role will provide support within the Window Systems Division.To support the delivery of business improvement initiatives across the Division by applying analytical thinking, data-driven problem solving, and structured project support.This graduate role is designed to develop future BI leaders by providing hands-on experience in continuous improvement, systems analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.Key Accountabilities:General

• Adherence to all organisational policies, management systems and standard operational procedures, including legal responsibilities in relation to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality.
• Work positively to develop and foster good working relationships with colleagues and contracted personnel to maintain a culture of mutual respect and dignity.
• Represent the organisation in a positive way as to avoid the damage of corporate image or bringing the company into disrepute.
• Promote and display the Epwin Core Values.
  
  

Technical

• Assist in the delivery of improvement projects across manufacturing, warehousing, and support functions.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support the development and maintenance of BI dashboards, reports, and visual management tools.
• Participate in A3 problem-solving activities and Obeya-style project reviews.
• Collaborate with BI Manager and site teams to implement lean tools and process improvements.
• Contribute to the standardisation and documentation of BI processes and systems.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear and structured manner.
  
  

Key Experiences and Skills Required:

• Degree in Engineering, Business, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience of Manufacturing, Warehousing & Distribution operations.
• MS Office 365
• Office Apps
• Outlook/Exchange
• Teams
• SharePoint
• OneDrive
• Project Management
• Experience of Process/Change management.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with data analysis tools or ERP/MES systems (e.g., Navision, Mattec).
• Full Driving License
• Office Apps
• Outlook/Exchange
• Teams
• SharePoint
• OneDrive
  
  

Performance Measures:

• Delivery of projects to support the strategy of the organisation in a timely fashion.
• Positive feedback from management and peers on job performance and teamwork.
• Ensuring BI initiatives actively drive metrics on business & departmental scorecards.
  
  

Personal Attributes:

• Action orientated – Able to deal with problems in appropriate time frames
• Driven by results – Decisive, confident addressing problems and opportunities, challenging activities to improve performance, demonstrate willingness to challenge accepted methods and standards
• Effective communication – Clear concise written and spoken, ability at all levels, customer, supplier and internal
• High Standards – demonstrating a motivation to improve standards and thereby making a real difference, challenging inadequate solutions
• Integrity and trust – demonstrating a sense of commitment to openness, honesty, loyalty and high standards in undertaking the role
• People management – demonstrating commitment to working and engaging constructively with internal and external stakeholders