CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT ENGINEER
Alfreton, UK
Job Type
Workspace
Base Rate
Full Time
Factory
£13.50
ABOUT THE ROLE
All aspects of our manufacturing process. Using available tools, jigs & equipment to build our products to the highest possible standard (none of our processes require you to work from drawings or need a degree!)
Helping out the team wherever possible - cross training.
Eliminate defects in the production line.
Maintain all equipment to the highest standard.
Welding (MIG) thin steel tubing.
Prepping products for powder coating (wiping the steel ready for spraying).
Spotting any defects and reporting them back to the relevant department.
Fitting products together to the highest standard.
Ensuring equipment and filters are cleaned as per rota.
Helping pick and pack spares orders ready for delivery.
Paperwork management.
Signing products off.
Loading vehicle runs.
A process engineer who looks to improve every process.
Keeping a safe and responsive work environment.
Quality control / attention to detail.
Focus and maintain workflow.
REQUIREMENTS
Have researched Lean Thinking, particularly Paul Akers 2 Second Lean
Have a desire to learn MIG welding
Have a desire to learn working in a paint shop or end of line quality control environment
Ensure quality is added with each process
Have comprehension of the operation and maintenance of a manufacturing environment and its equipment.
Understand and implement personal/company safety measures including using the correct PPE at all times
Communicate openly and in a professional and timely manner to keep all parties informed appropriately
Possess the ability to stay focused for long periods of time
Assemble all components with the help of power and hand tools
Be confident to speak up in daily company wide meetings
Be well presented with good dress and demeanour
You self educate in your personal time by reading books and watching relevant videos
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Klime-Ezee is a steel fabrication company that specialises in manufacturing mobile access platforms & safety steps. We've carefully built an incredible team and we're looking for someone who enjoys a highly collaborative environment and has a positive, growth-oriented mindset that will thrive in a team committed to continuous improvement (aka lean manufacturing). We're a fun place to work if you love to learn and work with your hands.
If that’s you, let’s talk!
OUR VISION : To ensure the long term growth of the company through a team of highly motivated individuals; who uphold our values and embrace the opportunity for education, friendship and travel.
How To Apply
Submit a CV and a selfie-video introducing yourself explaining more about you, what you do in your spare time, your hobbies, interests and values. Most importantly, share why you would like to work with us at Klime-Ezee. Please refrain from reading off your previous job roles - we want to know about you and your personality. This should be no longer than 2 minutes long, don’t panic about creating an autobiography, just a brief introduction.
Please kindly note : Only applicants who submit a CV & video will be considered!
What your average day will look like
07:15 - Arrive at work.
07:20 - Clock in & prep for the day ahead.
07:30 - Morning production huddle - be prepared to ask & answer questions regarding production flow, issues you had yesterday and how you have fixed them, where you intended to get to with the workload.
07:45 - Clean, Chores & Improvement time.
08:15 - Disperse back to work and look to continuously improve the process.
10:00 - Break.
10:15 - Back to work.
13:00 - Lunch break.
13:30 - Afternoon production huddle. Be prepared to ask & answer questions regarding production flow. Where you intended to get to with the workload and any additional hours you may need to ensure workload is complete.
16:30 - End of day (providing no additional hours are required).
You will be on a 12 week probationary period where we will work closely with you and assess if you’re a cultural fit for us and us for you! Once you have passed your probation you will receive a one off bonus for successful completion. Once your probation period has finished, you will be reviewed monthly.
We’d really like to emphasise our vision, we’re looking for people who help BUILD the culture and in turn, the company by embracing the opportunities presented to you.
BENEFITS
- Monthly reviews to help grow you both personally and professionally
- Weekly meetings to give you chance to learn new things
- The chance to visit other Lean companies all over the world as you're growing the company
- Extensive book library to aid in your learning
- Mentoring to ensure you get the most out of your time here
- Company events
- Monthly prizes
- Workplace pension
- Access to our ‘Starbucks’ canteen - Good coffee (or tea)!
- Early finish Fridays (production permitting)
- 28 days holiday pay including bank holidays and our annual Christmas shut down
- PLUS an additional holiday for your birthday
- 12 week training programme during the probationary period
- Easy access transport links
- Free onsite parking including electric car charging points also free to use