Lean Manufacturing & 5S Specialist

Apex Recruitment; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Recruitment is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive operational excellence in a diversified manufacturing environment in Oldbury. You will work with Operations Leaders to implement lean principles, a 5S programme, and ongoing process improvements to reduce waste and improve safety and efficiency.

The role requires 3–5 years in a similar position, strong knowledge of process improvement methods, and the ability to deliver training and develop the workforce.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in continuous improvement or engineering.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma accreditation is advantageous.
• Ability to deliver operator training and develop the workforce.

Responsibilities

• Implement and develop a 5S programme to reduce waste and maintain a safe, organised workplace.
• Ensure risk assessments are established, maintained and reviewed across operations.
• Support Health & Safety initiatives and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Deliver operator training and contribute to development programmes with production and technical teams.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and lead process improvement projects.
• Support production targets through problem solving and process optimisation.
• Work cross-functionally with operations to drive sustainable improvements.
• Apply lean methodologies and continuous improvement principles throughout the business.

Skills

5S implementation

Lean manufacturing

Process improvement

Training delivery

Manufacturing experience

Job description

Apex Recruitment is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive operational excellence in a diversified manufacturing environment in Oldbury. You will work with Operations Leaders to implement lean principles, a 5S programme, and ongoing process improvements to reduce waste and improve safety and efficiency.

The role requires 3–5 years in a similar position, strong knowledge of process improvement methods, and the ability to deliver training and develop the workforce.