Company:
Shorterm Group
Location: Mansfield
Closing Date: 08/07/2026
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Description
Job title:
Continuous Improvement Lead
Job location:
Mansfield
Rate:
45,000
Duration:
Permanent
Benefits:
Flexible Working
33 Days Holiday (increasing with service)
Career Development & Company Sponsored Training Courses
Free On-site Parking
Holiday Trading
Client Summary:
A well-known, leading manufacturer for the Rail/ Rolling Stock Industry. With over 100 years in operation.
Role Summary:
Experienced Continuous Improvement Lead responsible for drive operational excellence across the production team. You will support teams, improve performance, ensure compliance with health and safety standards and lead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable results
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate and support production teams across multiple workstations
Monitor performance, operational standards, and production output against plan
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across productivity, quality, waste, and processes
Troubleshoot machinery, material, and operational issues
Ensure all machinery and equipment are maintained and operating effectively
Promote and enforce health & safety procedures, including pre-start checks and near-miss reporting
Deliver health & safety and operational training to production teams
Act as designated Fire Officer for assigned areas
Support production and operational planning alongside senior management
Monitor absence levels and maintain accurate records
Maintain clear communication between management and production teams
Analyse operational KPIs and performance data to identify improvement opportunities
Requirements:
5+ years' Continuous Improvement / Operational Improvement experience
Manufacturing or production environment background
Proven track record delivering measurable operational improvements
Strong understanding of operational processes and CI methodologies
Ability to influence teams and drive positive cultural change
Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and organisational skills
Comfortable balancing strategic projects with hands-on shop floor involvement
Resilient, pragmatic, and proactive approach
Qualifications:
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum)
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis
Contact Information: James Bell
Email: (url removed)
Continuous Improvement Lead
Job location:
Mansfield
Rate:
45,000
Duration:
Permanent
Benefits:
Flexible Working
33 Days Holiday (increasing with service)
Career Development & Company Sponsored Training Courses
Free On-site Parking
Holiday Trading
Client Summary:
A well-known, leading manufacturer for the Rail/ Rolling Stock Industry. With over 100 years in operation.
Role Summary:
Experienced Continuous Improvement Lead responsible for drive operational excellence across the production team. You will support teams, improve performance, ensure compliance with health and safety standards and lead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable results
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate and support production teams across multiple workstations
Monitor performance, operational standards, and production output against plan
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across productivity, quality, waste, and processes
Troubleshoot machinery, material, and operational issues
Ensure all machinery and equipment are maintained and operating effectively
Promote and enforce health & safety procedures, including pre-start checks and near-miss reporting
Deliver health & safety and operational training to production teams
Act as designated Fire Officer for assigned areas
Support production and operational planning alongside senior management
Monitor absence levels and maintain accurate records
Maintain clear communication between management and production teams
Analyse operational KPIs and performance data to identify improvement opportunities
Requirements:
5+ years' Continuous Improvement / Operational Improvement experience
Manufacturing or production environment background
Proven track record delivering measurable operational improvements
Strong understanding of operational processes and CI methodologies
Ability to influence teams and drive positive cultural change
Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and organisational skills
Comfortable balancing strategic projects with hands-on shop floor involvement
Resilient, pragmatic, and proactive approach
Qualifications:
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum)
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis
Contact Information: James Bell
Email: (url removed)
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