Manufacturing Engineer - SC Cleared

Matchtech; Romsey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives. In this role, you will optimise processes, coach teams, and manage continuous improvement projects. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in a relevant field along with a Green or Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and support operational initiatives within the Defence sector.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement tools.
• Experience in leading change management teams and projects.
• Detailed understanding of electronic and mechanical assembly principles.

Responsibilities

• Drive the optimisation of key and supporting processes.
• Identify and lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement projects.
• Provide Lean Six Sigma coaching and mentoring support.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

Problem Solving Techniques

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Change Management

Education

Degree in relevant field

Green / Black Belt - Lean Six Sigma

Tools

MRP tools (IFS)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the optimisation of key and supporting processes to enhance productivity, reduce cost and improve lead times and quality.
• Lead successful problem resolution using PSP, 8D, RCA, DMAIC tools.
• Identify and lead the facilitation of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CI) projects throughout the Defence Team. Prioritise Lean and CI projects with Operations Performance Manager and provide regular communication of project status.
• Identify and escal risk, issues and opportunities to improve processes and deliveries, liaising with project teams, leaders and sponsors as required.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement across the Defence Team. Identify opportunities to improve the CI culture/framework, working closely with all business stakeholders.
• Provide Lean Six Sigma coaching and mentoring support.
• Implement PFMEA, 5s and Asset Care programs for operational processes.
• Support Supply Chain Improvement Initiatives.
• Support Production with electronics and hardware product, assembly and testing process troubleshooting.
• Support non-conformance route cause analysis and resolution implementation.

Education and Qualifications

• Degree qualified in relevant field.
• Strong computer‑based literacy.
• Green / Black Belt - Lean Six Sigma.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Demonstratable knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement tools and techniques.
• Demonstratable experience in leading change management teams and projects.
• Detailed understanding of electronic and mechanical assembly and testing principles.
• Previous work experience within electro‑mechanical assembly.
• Previous experience of working with automated and manual measurement techniques across a range of Test Equipment.
• Experience in troubleshooting product non‑conformances.
• Experience using problem solving techniques (PSP, 8D, RCA, DMAIC).
• Experienced with MRP tools (IFS would be advantageous).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in working with cross‑functional teams and collaboration across a business.
• Experience working in projects driving significant change and improvement projects.