Manufacturing Process Excellence Specialist

Stafffinders; Scotland; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafffinders in Scotland is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our Manufacturing client in South Ayrshire on a permanent basis. You will lead process improvement projects, map value streams, and drive cost savings while embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the Operations team.

You will conduct root cause analyses, collect data, and implement practical changes, tooling upgrades and training to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline.
• Formal training in Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, or Six Sigma.
• Proven experience as Lean/Process Engineer or Continuous Improvement Specialist.
• Track record of delivering CI initiatives in engineering/manufacturing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and data-driven mindset.
• Excellent communication and leadership to influence cross-functional teams.
• Experience in high‑volume, high‑SKU environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement projects, workshops and training across the Operations Team.
• Conduct root cause analysis, collect data and map processes to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Design, install and troubleshoot tooling and capital equipment to boost performance.
• Use value stream mapping to guide transition to more efficient ways of working.
• Perform regular compliance audits and performance monitoring to sustain gains.

Skills

Process improvement

Lean principles

Root cause analysis

Value stream mapping

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Manufacturing

HND in Engineering / Manufacturing

Job description

Stafffinders in Scotland is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our Manufacturing client in South Ayrshire on a permanent basis. You will lead process improvement projects, map value streams, and drive cost savings while embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the Operations team.

You will conduct root cause analyses, collect data, and implement practical changes, tooling upgrades and training to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced