Location: Long Eaton, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Ref#: 145715
Salary: Up to £45,000 per year
Lean Manufacturing Manager
39 hours a week – Monday to Thursday 7.30-4.30, Friday 7.30-12.30
Up to £45,000 per year depending on experience + bonus
A full UK driving licence is required
About you
A dynamic and experienced Lean Manufacturing Manager to lead continuous improvements at our cooker manufacturing facility in Long Eaton. You will drive change through revised methodologies, cost reduction, parts rationalisation, and improved efficiencies. A solid understanding of lean principles and best practices is essential for ensuring timely delivery of change and continuous improvement.
About the role
Reporting to the Manufacturing Director, you will oversee the day-to-day operations at our Long Eaton facility, ensuring production meets schedule and quality standards. You will provide leadership in continuous improvement and adopt a culture of operational excellence within the wider manufacturing team.
Key responsibilities:
1. Drive proactive quality and ensure KPI targets are met by assembly teams
2. Optimise MRP systems for efficient workflow and output
3. Maximise operational efficiency by scheduling and resource management
4. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues
5. Lead process improvements and support lean initiatives
Skills & Experience:
1. Proven experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and strategy implementation
2. Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities within a manufacturing environment
3. Familiarity with MRP systems and Statistical analysis
4. KPI delivery and management
5. Expertise in Scheduling, output optimisation and operational efficiency
6. Material control and ‘Just in Time’ methodologies
7. HNC/HND qualification in Engineering (Preferred)
About AGA
AGA Rangemaster operate across three UK sites - Leamington Spa, Long Eaton, and Telford producing high-quality, innovative appliances. For over 90 years, AGA, Rangemaster, Falcon, Rayburn, Mercury, and Leisure Sinks have been industry leaders in thoughtful, hardworking design.
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead strategic and operational change in a fast-paced environment. If you’re passionate about lean manufacturing, apply today! jobs@middlebycareers.co.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr