Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Apex Recruitment Services; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Recruitment Services is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Engineer to join a leading UK manufacturing organisation. You will drive operational excellence by applying lean principles, 5S, and continuous improvement across production to reduce waste and increase efficiency.

You will collaborate with Operations, Production and Technical teams, delivering training and supporting safety initiatives while embedding a culture of continuous improvement and waste reduction throughout the business.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Improvement or Continuous Improvement roles.

Responsibilities

• Implement and develop a 5S programme to reduce waste and maintain a safe, organised and efficient workplace.
• Lead continuous improvement and process improvement activities to increase operational efficiency and support production targets.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to identify waste, improve processes and drive sustainable operational improvements.
• Support production teams with structured problem-solving and process optimisation.
• Ensure Risk Assessments are established, maintained and reviewed across operational processes.
• Support Health & Safety initiatives and promote a proactive approach to safety throughout the business.
• Deliver operator training and contribute to employee development in collaboration with Production and Technical teams.
• Work cross-functionally with operational teams to implement best practice and embed continuous improvement.
• Promote lean methodologies and continuous improvement principles throughout the business.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Continuous Improvement

Problem Solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Training delivery

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Lean Manufacturing Engineer to join a leading manufacturing organisation specialising in a range of sectors including automotive, defence, medical and consumer goods.

You will play a key role in driving operational excellence across the production environment, implementing lean manufacturing principles, improving workplace organisation and identifying opportunities to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

Working closely with Operations, Production and Technical teams, you will also support employee development and help embed a culture of continuous improvement across the business.

Role & Responsibilities of the Lean Manufacturing Engineer

• Work alongside the Operations Manager and Team Leaders to implement and develop a 5S programme, reducing waste and maintaining a safe, organised and efficient workplace.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement and process improvement activities to increase operational efficiency and support production targets.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to identify waste, improve processes and drive sustainable operational improvements.
• Support production teams with structured problem-solving and process optimisation.
• Ensure Risk Assessments are established, maintained and regularly reviewed across operational processes.
• Support Health & Safety initiatives and promote a proactive approach to safety throughout the business.
• Deliver operator training and contribute to employee development in collaboration with Production and Technical teams.
• Work cross-functionally with operational teams to implement best practice and embed continuous improvement.
• Promote lean methodologies and continuous improvement principles throughout the business.

Requirements of the Lean Manufacturing Engineer

• 3–5 years' experience within a Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Improvement or Continuous Improvement role.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Practical experience of implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques.
• Experience of 5S implementation and delivering measurable operational improvements.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve manufacturing processes.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma accreditation would be advantageous.
• Confident working cross-functionally with production, technical and operational teams.
• Ability to deliver training and support workforce development initiatives.