Lean Practitioner

Lean Practitioner

Location: Armthorpe, Doncaster

Salary: £35,000 per annum

Hours: Monday – Thursday 08.00am – 17.00pm, Fridays – 08.00am – 16.30pm

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Our client is a globally respected leader in the design and manufacture of advanced machinery for the handling, washing, grading, and packing of vegetables. Headquartered in the UK, they have built a reputation for engineering excellence, innovation, and customer-centric solutions that serve the agricultural and food processing industries worldwide.

With a heritage spanning over 75 years, they combine deep industry knowledge with market leading products & solutions to deliver bespoke systems that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality. Their equipment is trusted by growers, packers, and processors across the globe—from family-run farms to multinational food producers.

The Role

They’re looking for a dynamic and hands-on Lean Practitioner to spearhead their internal process transformation.

In this key role, you’ll work closely with teams across the business to capture and formalise existing practices, turning them into clear, scalable systems that drive efficiency and consistency.

This opportunity would suit a recent postgraduate with a strong foundation in Lean methodologies and a passion for operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Continue to map and document internal workflows across departments to enhance efficiency and transparency
• Develop and enhance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Exploit bottlenecks, constraints, and inefficiencies, implementing improvements
• Lead CI initiatives to drive process gains
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive best practice
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or CI leadership
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and facilitation abilities
• Ability to work independently and influence change
• Experience in manufacturing or engineering environments preferred

Benefits

• Be part of a forward-thinking company with a strong legacy
• Make a tangible impact on how they work and grow
• Work with passionate professionals in a collaborative environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.