Do you have experience of delivering Lean Six Sigma, process improvement activity and business change projects?
If the answer is YES, then Altro may have the opportunity you have been waiting for…
Altro are currently recruiting for two Process Improvement Engineers to join our Operations Team based in Letchworth Garden City. These brand new, exciting opportunities form a vital part of Manufacturing, working efficiently and strategically to identify and eliminate waste within the Operations and Technical business areas. They are both based on a permanent contract, working on site Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.
So, what will you be doing? As a Process Improvement Engineer, you will be the be the champion for Lean Six Sigma activities, utilising techniques to improve business performance and reduce costs.
You will support the implementation of the waste elimination strategy by identifying, justifying, and delivering waste elimination projects, in line with Company targets and priorities.
Creating quotes for improvements and justifications for required changes, you will implement and support the delivery of business opportunities to optimise productivity and profitability.
You will identify improvements in output and the reduction in energy production and how they can be achieved. As well as support the delivery of a Continuous Improvement program, maintaining a culture of positive change and influence key stakeholders.
Who are we looking for? An energetic, proactive team player with experience of working on productivity improvements, ideally within a manufacturing environment. We need someone with a proven track record of successfully delivering waste elimination projects. Excellent communication and influencing skills will be key as well as the ability to build and present data-driven business case studies. Experience of supporting focused cross functional teams and managing stakeholder expectations throughout would be highly beneficial and although not essential, a HNC / Degree or a similar qualification in Mechanical, Chemical or Production Engineering would also highly advantageous.
So, who are Altro? A leading European manufacturer and supplier of premium flooring and wall cladding systems for construction and transport. We have been going strong since 1919. Family owned and run, we share family values; we care about you, each other and what we do. Head to our Life_at_altro Instagram page to find out more about #LifeAtAltro and #ThePeopleBehindTheProduct
As well as an exciting opportunity and a competitive salary, what does Altro offer?
1. Holiday entitlement starts at 25 days; if you need a little extra... you can buy some more
2. A defined contribution pension scheme available for all staff
3. Hopefully never needed, but from day one you will be covered by our life assurance scheme
4. Occupational Sick Pay and an onsite Occupational Health Service
5. Confidential 24-hour life management and personal support service for you and your family
6. Free eye tests are available for all employees
7. Enhanced Maternity / Paternity leave
8. A paid day off each year to take part in our volunteering scheme
9. Don’t worry about getting parked...we have free car parking at all our sites
10. We offer long service awards to all our employees
11. Whether you are a graduate or looking to progress, we will help you to develop your career
12. A variety of social events across the group, including the company Christmas party.
13. It might be a long way off but we know it’s not always easy to stop working so we provide advice and support to ease the transition to retirement.
Sounds exciting, right? Click apply today...we can't wait to hear from you!