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Business Improvement Specialist; Manufacturing & Fabrication
Job in
Paignton, Devon, TQ3, England, UK
Listed on 2026-05-31
Listing for:
CV Technical
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-31
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Manager, Manufacturing Operations / Plant Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Business Improvement Specialist (Manufacturing & Fabrication)
Location:
Paignton | Shift: Day Shift | Salary:
Up to £50,000
This is a hands‑on, impactful position where you will lead and support improvement initiatives across core manufacturing areas including cutting, machining, assembly, glazing, finishing, transport, and dispatch.
You will be instrumental in enhancing performance, improving efficiency, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the business.
Key Responsibilities- Drive improvement initiatives across fabrication and manufacturing processes
- Support and lead projects aligned with operational strategy using A3 problem solving and Obeya methodologies
- Optimise production layouts to improve flow and reduce bottlenecks
- Deliver measurable improvements in OEE, scrap reduction, cycle times, and productivity
- Ensure KPI targets across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, and Environment are achieved
- Promote and maintain safe systems of work across all fabrication areas
- Identify and eliminate waste in time, motion, and cost
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production, maintenance, quality, and planning teams
- Strong practical experience in business improvement and lean manufacturing
- Solid knowledge of 5S, visual management, A3 problem solving, and project management
- Experience working with MES systems and production flow optimisation
- Proven track record of delivering operational improvements in a manufacturing setting
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt qualification (essential)
- A proactive, positive mindset with strong communication and collaboration skills
- Competitive salary up to £50,000
- Day shift role offering excellent work‑life balance
- Opportunity to make a real impact within a growing and supportive organisation
- Collaborative team culture focused on continuous improvement
If you're ready to take the lead in driving operational excellence and want to be part of a forward‑thinking manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.
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