Job Description

Company Description

Who are we?

We're Reach, home to some of the UK and Ireland's most iconic media brands - think the Mirror, Daily Express, OK!, as well as regional titles like the Birmingham Post, Liverpool Echo, and Manchester Evening News. With a readership of 47 million people each month, we're the largest commercial publisher in the UK.


But we're more than just our brands - we're a company built on collaboration, imagination, and determination. Our values shape the work we do every day, and we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels supported, valued, and able to grow. We prioritise flexibility and work-life balance, making it easier for you to thrive both in and outside of work.

We're actively searching for a Continuous Improvement Manager who is

driven, eager to grow,

and ready to join our

Engineering team.

This essential role revolves around enhancing operational efficiency and refining processes, utilising

Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to streamline processes, reduce time, and enhance overall efficiency.

We operate round the clock, offering a

4 on, 4 off shift pattern.

Comprehensive

technical training

will be provided, setting the groundwork for your progressive responsibilities within Continuous Improvement (CI), and acquainting you with our machinery.


As you advance in your role, you'll spearhead

improvement projects

designed to boost both the productivity and efficacy of our department. A robust

hands-on approach in mechanical and electrical engineering

is crucial. We're looking for someone who's not just motivated but also excited about learning.


Leading and managing CI projects will be a core part of your responsibilities, with an emphasis on timely execution and achieving measurable impacts. You'll also champion

Kaizen initiatives

, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

Conducting structured root cause analysis

will help you identify and eliminate inefficiencies, and your focus on

preventative maintenance

will play a key role in improving efficiencies through hands-on involvement.

Qualifications

We require candidates who have completed an

engineering apprenticeship with at least an

HNC qualification

.

Hands-on experience in fault finding within a production environment,

as is experience managing a team of technical personnel. Demonstrated history of working within a continuous improvement culture with tangible examples is highly valued.


To thrive in this position, you'll need the ability to

identify waste and inefficiencies,

coupled with a solid understanding of root cause analysis.

Strong communication skills and excellent project management capabilities are essential.

We are looking for someone with excellent

attention to detail who is self-motivated, flexible, and eager to learn and develop.

The role may require shift work, including nights and weekends, so flexibility is important.


You should be technically competent to repair and maintain complex print manufacturing machinery.

Spending time understanding all aspects of Engineering by working alongside other technicians

will help you gain competence in fault-finding on our bespoke equipment.

Additional Information

What can we offer you?

We're offering a salary 58,000 to 65,000 (depending on experience) and a range of fantastic benefits to help support you both personally and professionally.

These include:

Help saving for your retirement -

join our pension scheme and we'll match contributions up to 6%

25 day's holiday per year when you join.

After three, five and ten years' service with Reach, you'll accrue one additional day of annual leave. We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme

Giving back day -

an additional day's leave each year to support a cause close to your heart

Enhanced family leave -

including maternity, paternity and adoption - and you'll be eligible after just six months' employment

Private Healthcare Cash Plan -

free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses

Wellbeing support -

including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your nearest and dearest

Awesome career opportunities

- you'll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.