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We are Ultra Precision Control Systems Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected. We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles. We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back. Flexible Working Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Ultra Precision Control Systems (PCS) are looking for a Lean Practitioner to join our Continuous Improvement team. Reporting to the Head of Continuous Improvement, this role is key in driving continuous improvement across the organisation by applying Lean principles, methodologies and tools. The Lean Practitioner will work closely with teams and stakeholders at all levels, providing coaching, facilitating workshops and leading improvement projects. They will play an integral role in embedding a culture of problem solving and operational excellence across the organisation to support the business in achieving its core goals and enhanced customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: This role is responsible for identifying waste, improving processes, and fostering a culture of operational excellence. Build and support the delivery of core Operations KPIs, establishing robust reporting methods and enabling measured improvements. Lead and facilitate Lean improvement projects across departments. Conduct and coach key lean tools such as value stream mapping, problem solving, root cause analysis, 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work and Kaizen. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and eliminate non-value-added activities in processes across the business. Identify and support the execution of projects that drive improvement in our key business measures and Operational Excellence Assessment model. Support in the delivery of lean training and coach team members on Lean concepts and techniques. Track, measure and report the impact of improvement initiatives. Support in the standardisation of best practices and documentation of common activities across the business. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement. Required Skills & Experience 2+ years of experience in Lean, Continuous Improvement or operational excellence roles. Preferred experience in an Aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing industry. Strong knowledge and experience in applying Lean methodologies and tools. Hands on Problem solver who can lead improvement initiatives, train teams and support strategic goals. Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels within the organisation. Demonstrated facilitation and project management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Results-oriented, with a continuous improvement mindset – constantly seeking opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Understanding of production processes, quality control, cost management and process adherence. Benefits: Every employee is critical to our success and as such we offer a range of flexible employee benefits along with career development opportunities. Flexible working within core working hours 25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37 hrs) plus bank holidays 4 times your annual salary in life assurance Flexible benefits package Pension Scheme - Less than 5 years' service up to 5.5% employer contributions, 5 years' service + up to 7.5% employer contributions. Sports and Social club Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events You couldn’t be joining the team and Ultra at a more exciting time. Therefore if this sounds of interest, please follow the application process Nationality Requirements Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria. Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates. Ultra specialises in providing application-engineered bespoke solutions. We focus on our customers’ mission critical and intelligent systems in the defence, security, critical detection, & control markets. Our capabilities and technologies can be found on many of the world’s long-term military programmes. We employ over 4,500 employees across the globe and are listed on the London Stock Exchange. Click here to learn more about us.