About Mettis
We design, manufacture and assemble precision forged and machined components at our fully integrated facility in the heart of the UK. Our vision is not only to be the best at what we do but to continually set new standards in the industry by investing and innovating. That’s why we have been pioneers in our industry for over seventy years. We are forging the future today.
About the Role
Accountable for driving catalytic change across the business by applying lean tools and techniques to deliver sustainable competitive advantage.
As a condition of employment successful candidates are required to satisfy ITAR (International Traffic In Arms Regulations) compliance and must fulfil the following before commencing this role:
i. Currently hold the legal Right to Work in the UK
ii. Fulfil a DBS clearance
iii. Provide a consistent 5-year UK domicile
iv. Pass Drugs & Alcohol screening at the start of their Mettis employment
Responsibilities
Lead a core team of Business Improvement Engineers, including highly skilled Lean and Six Sigma Black Belts (or equivalent)
Manage an operating budget of approximately £300k and associated capital investments
Drive, initiate, and facilitate business improvement and change programmes that directly impact the bottom line, including:
Performance metrics, targets, and transparency
Focused Improvement Teams
Lead Programme
Empowering employees at all levels
Coaching and guiding leaders
Supporting deployment of tools and techniques
Lead and support complex quality resolution programmes
Conduct value stream mapping of key business systems and processes to identify waste and non–value-added activity
Coordinate project improvements and focused programmes through structured idea generation (e.g., hopper process)
Ensure strict adherence to processes, standards, and continuous improvement methodologies
Provide internal consultancy focused on delivering measurable business results
Support the development of future business improvement talent
Qualifications
Degree or qualification in Engineering, Management, or Materials (or equivalent experience)
Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent
Significant Lean capability
Proven track record of leading change with measurable results
Demonstrated success in delivering a portfolio of improvements
Required Skills
Health & safety awareness
Aerospace (and alternative sector) quality requirements
Production techniques
Planning and project management
Problem solving
Lean tool deployment
Strategy deployment
IT literacy
Properties of materials
Production engineering
Product knowledge
Employee relations management
Performance management to SMART objectives
Process confirmation (Go–Look–See)
Visual management
Relationship management
Coaching
Communication at all levels
Facilitation skills
Decision making and prioritisation
Change management
Team building
Action orientation
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Redditch, Worcestershire
Benefits:
Pension: 3% Employer & 5% Employee contribution
Employee benefits, rewards, and wellbeing platform (Perkbox)
Free on-site parking
Cycle to work scheme
Bereavement leave
Company events
Employee referral programme
Sick pay (after probationary period)
This job description is not exhaustive and may be reviewed periodically in agreement with the job holder. The postholder must comply with all policies and procedures issued by or on behalf of Mettis Aerospace.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Mettis Aerospace is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.