Banbury
Full-time
Perm
40 hours per week

THE POWER OF NOW

Fortescue Zero’s mission is to be the world leader in zero emission power systems. We are developing and manufacturing the technologies needed to decarbonise our planet. We are expanding across the geographies of UK, US and Australia and becoming a global company. As part of Fortescue, our vision is to be the number one integrated green technology, energy, and metals company.

An opportunity has arisen for a Continuous Improvement Co-Ordinator to join the Manufacturing Engineering department in a rapidly expanding and exciting work environment.

About the role

To drive the Continuous Improvement culture, with Lean Six Sigma methodology, to instil a CI mindset across all functional teams.

What you will do:

• Play a vital part in promoting a culture of continuous improvement throughout the business
• Work collaboratively with the business Team to support the delivery of key CI Projects
• Ensure that delivery of continuous improvement projects and activities maintain full compliance with health & safety and environmental, risk assessments, procedures, and good practice.
• Responsible for the deployment of improvement projects and action plans
• reporting regularly on progress to identify any opportunities, challenges, trends
• Plan and deploy training to support the business goals and objectives in lean manufacturing and to develop the depth of lean skills for the tool champions
• You will utilize Lean and Six Sigma tools to eliminate waste while driving safety, customer satisfaction, cost reduction, and improved working capital performance.
• To explore new opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste and ensure customer service
• Support delivery of measurable improvements in Health and Safety, OEE, wastage and quality with the Factory manufacturing teams.

About you:

• Extensive knowledge of quality improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma
• Previous experience working in Manufacturing / Production or similar environment is essential
• Previous CI knowledge and recognised certification is preferred for this post, along with a commitment towards continuous improvement in the workplace
• Outstanding analytical skills, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detail
• Exceptional analytical, creative, technical project management and interpersonal skills
• Tactful communication written and verbal; need to have the ability to create value propositions, develop presentations, and present to executive levels

What is in it for you?

• Fortescue Zero bonus scheme
• Aviva Pension
• Group Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Electric Car Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
• Childcare Benefits
• Free on-site gym access and discounted national memberships

Application Deadline:

The closing date for applications is 25th October 2024.

Additional Information

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

Please note, if you are applying for a role which involves having access to personal data, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.

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