Manufacturing Process Improvement Specialist

1 month ago


Neath, Neath Port Talbot, United Kingdom Nicholas Associates Full time

The role of the Continuous Improvement Engineer at Nicholas Associates involves identifying and implementing process improvements to reduce costs, improve plant availability, and increase productivity. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and experience in implementing SMED processes. The initial project will focus on reducing changeover times, and the candidate will have the opportunity to visit one of the company's international sites to learn from their implementation of SMED.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs and improve productivity
  • Develop and implement SMED processes to reduce changeover times
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives
  • Visit international sites to learn from their implementation of SMED and bring back best practices to the dedicated site

Requirements:

  • Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and experience in implementing SMED processes
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to work with a global company and visit international sites
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment


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