Department: Manufacturing
Location: 15 St Andrews Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6SB
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shift: Monday – Thursday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Friday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Reporting to: Manufacturing Director
Salary Range: Dependent on experience
Job Summary
We are looking for a proactive Continuous Improvement Operator to join our busy and dynamic Manufacturing team. This role requires experience within a similar role, with proven ability in Lean, Continuous improvement and systems.
The ideal candidate will be highly organised, technically confident with systems, and capable of communicating well with relevant stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
• Consistently improve and remove bottlenecks within manufacturing processes
• Conduct time and motion studies and workflow optimisation activities
• Maximise production output while reducing waste
• Maintain excellent standards of quality, health, and safety
Quality & Output Oversight
• Ensure all CI initiatives meet required quality standards
• Monitor key performance indicators, including:
• Throughput
• Defect rates
• Downtime
• Apply Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies to optimise workflows
• Maintain a strong safety-first and quality-first mindset
Issue Resolution
• Communicate findings from time and motion studies
• Support troubleshooting and corrective actions
• Gather and analyse production data to identify trends and opportunities
• Identify deviations from standard operating procedures
• Conduct root cause analysis and structured problem solving
Working Conditions
• Office & shop floor-based with collaborative interaction across departments.
• Standard office equipment usage (PCs, phones, software systems).
• Supportive, professional team culture focused on continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Opportunities may be available for training and career growth within the organisation.
• All employees must adhere to relevant health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment for staff and visitors.
Qualifications & Experience
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Strong Excel skills: ability to manage spreadsheets, reports, and data analysis.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experienced in using CRM and order processing systems.
To apply for the advertised position, please email your CV and cover letter to HR@polyseam.com. Alternatively, if you’re local to our Huddersfield head office, you can drop off a hard copy at reception. Polyseam is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.