Continuous Improvement Engineer - Leviat
hace 22 horas
Sheffield
Continuous Improvement Engineer Sheffield, SHF, GB, S4 7UR Leviat Country: United Kingdom City: Sheffield Req ID: 517561 Job Type: Full Time Workplace Type: Onsite Seniority Level: Not Applicable At Leviat, you can build a future with a lasting legacy Help us make great architecture possible. Responsibly and sustainably. For everyone, and with everyone. Because we’re one rich, vibrant global network of insight and expertise with c.3,000 people at c.60 locations globally, we are a global leader in connecting, fixing, lifting and anchoring technology for the construction industry Own where your ambition can take you. You’re free to explore and to specialise, so make the most of the opportunity. Whatever you want to do, you’ll have the full support of a global business. Learn more about our our business and range of trusted product brands here (___). CRH is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.75,800 people at c.3,160 locations in 29 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and in Europe. Without you noticing our products, we are everywhere you live, work, and relax. Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world. Think of the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, but also the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre. Learn more about us through the following ___. Purpose of the role • Working alongside our Operational Excellence Manager, UK manufacturing teams and other key stakeholders to identify, facilitate and drive a wide range of operational improvements using Lean and Six Sigma across our manufacturing facilities., • To drive daily performance improvements through the Leviat Tiered Reporting and Daily Management process, actively developing daily CI activities. (SIC/DCI/SQDCIP), • Based in Sheffield but able to travel to support other UK locations if priorities or projects demand. Key Tasks And Responsibilities • Working alongside the Operational Excellence Manager, UK Manufacturing Manager, Production Managers and other key stakeholders to identify, facilitate, and drive a wide range of operational improvements using Lean and Six Sigma principles across manufacturing facilities., • Drive daily performance improvements through the Leviat Tiered Reporting and Daily Management process (SIC/DCI/SQDCIP), actively developing daily CI activities., • Create and manage daily Gemba walk schedules, ensuring actions are captured, followed through, and embedded., • Own and prioritise the CI project pipeline and active projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives., • Ensure appropriate resources are actively allocated to identified and agreed projects, monitoring progress and delivery., • Escalate deviations, risks, and roadblocks to the leadership team, providing clear visibility and recommendations., • Apply Lean principles using Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S, 5 Whys, Structured Problem Solving, and visual management to implement and sustain lasting improvement., • Plan, organise, and schedule improvement projects alongside production with minimal impact. Essential Key Competencies & Relevant Experience • Degree qualified with 5+ years of relevant CI experience in a manufacturing or operational role., • Certified Lean Six Sigma Green or Certified Black Belt (or equivalent experience)., • Proven track record of delivering measureable operational improvements using Lean Six Sigma., • Strong knowledge of structured problem-solving methodologies., • Hands on ability to coach and train others in Lean tools and techniques., • Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills (verbal, written and presentation), • Ability to lead and support multiple projects concurrently., • Excellent planning and time management skills., • Data driven with solid analytical capability in Excel, Power BI or similar. Key Leadership Competencies • Hands on approach, • Drives Results, • Strong Coach, • Analytical mindset, • Collaborator, • Excellent motivator, • Drives vision and purpose, • Courage, • Resilience, • Good decision quality What’s in it for you? • Competitive salary plus bonus, • 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (plus the option to buy 5 more), • Westfield health cash plan and 24/7 GP service, • Flexible working, • Free Optical vouchers, • Company pension scheme, • Life assurance, • Discounted products and services via Westfield Rewards, • Access to Employee Assistance Programmes, • Idea scheme including reward vouchers, • Cycle to work scheme plus a bicycle storage area, • Free parking plus EV Charging Points, • And so much more! Leviat is an equal opportunities employer. We are commited to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please note that we cannot accept any applications submitted through email for GDPR purposes. Candidates must apply through our job portal. We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies, unless you have been instructed to do so by our recruitment team. Date: 3 Dec 2025 Job Segment: Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Construction, Management, Engineering