Process Engineer - Precast Concrete Manufacturing

🚀 Join the Offsite Revolution – Be Our Next Process Engineer / Lean Specialist!

📍 Location: Worksop
📅 Contract: Full-time, Permanent
🏗️ Business Unit: Explore Manufacturing, part of Laing O'Rourke

At Explore Manufacturing, we're changing the way the UK builds. From our cutting-edge facility in Worksop, we produce precision-engineered components that power some of the country's most iconic infrastructure projects.

We're now on the lookout for a Process Engineer / Lean Specialist—a dynamic, hands-on professional with a passion for continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and digital innovation. If you want to make a genuine impact on how the construction industry operates, this is the role for you.

🔧 What You'll Do

• Lead lean initiatives to streamline production, reduce waste, and boost efficiency.

• Facilitate Kaizen events and apply Six Sigma and root cause analysis to solve complex challenges.

• Embed 5S, visual management, and standard work practices across our operations.

• Collaborate with Production, Design, and Quality teams to improve manufacturability.

• Drive our MMC and DfMA transformation through process improvement and digital tools.

🧠 What You Bring

• A degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience).

• Solid experience in a complex manufacturing or industrial setting.

• Expertise in Lean tools and methodologies – Six Sigma certification a plus.

• Strong communication skills and a proactive, shop floor presence.

• Experience with digital tools such as MES systems, Power BI or AutoCAD (a bonus!).

💡 Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary & benefits package

• Real career progression and development opportunities

• Play a vital role in reshaping how infrastructure is delivered in the UK

• Be part of a culture that champions innovation, safety, and sustainability

🤝 We're Committed to Inclusive Hiring

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

👉 Ready to shape the future of construction?
Apply now and let's build smarter, together.