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Productivity & Cost Reduction Engineer

Salary Competitive
Location Springbank, Macclesfield - Hybrid Working with UK & Ireland Travel
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This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

Based at Springbank, Macclesfield SK11.  Hybrid Working ¦ UK & Ireland Travel

Permanent, Full Time

Ready to make a real impact on business performance?

Gerflor UK and Gradus are market-leading manufacturers of flooring and interior solutions, trusted by customers across the healthcare, education, commercial, retail, hospitality and residential sectors.

As part of the international Gerflor Group, Gradus has built a reputation for innovation, quality and design excellence. From flooring accessories, entrance matting and wall protection systems to specialist LED lighting solutions, our products help create safer, more functional and aesthetically pleasing environments worldwide.

Due to continued growth and our commitment to operational excellence, we are seeking a Productivity & Cost Reduction Engineer to join our team and play a key role in driving efficiency, innovation and measurable business improvement across our UK and Irish operations.

The Role

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a role with significant visibility and business impact.  

You will:

  • Work on high-profile strategic projects across our UK and Irish operations.
  • Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
  • Have the autonomy to identify opportunities and drive real change.
  • See the direct impact of your work on business performance.
  • Contribute to the future growth and competitiveness of an international manufacturing group.

Key Responsibilities

Identifying Cost Saving Opportunities

  • Analyse manufacturing and operational processes to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
  • Challenge existing practices, specifications and supplier solutions to find smarter, more cost-effective ways of working.
  • Build and manage a pipeline of cost reduction initiatives with clear business cases and measurable outcomes.

Delivering Improvement Projects

  • Lead projects through implementation, ensuring ideas translate into sustainable operational change.
  • Track savings, manage project risks and overcome obstacles to achieve target benefits.
  • Partner with Finance to validate cost savings and ensure long-term sustainability.

Manufacturing & Process Improvement

  • Improve productivity, efficiency and operational performance across manufacturing processes.
  • Reduce waste, scrap and material consumption.
  • Optimise equipment utilisation, layouts, workflows and production processes.
  • Support engineering and industrialisation projects that deliver lasting operational improvements.

Broader Business Cost Reduction

  • Identify savings opportunities across maintenance, energy, logistics, warehousing, consumables and indirect spend.
  • Collaborate with Purchasing and suppliers to develop technical and commercial solutions.
  • Review sourcing strategies, specifications and make-or-buy decisions where appropriate.

What We're Looking For:

Essential Experience

  • Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification.
  • Practical manufacturing engineering experience.
  • Proven track record of delivering process improvement and cost reduction projects.
  • Experience using Lean Manufacturing and structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to link technical improvements to financial benefits.
  • Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desirable Experience

  • Lean Six Sigma qualification or practical experience.
  • Experience within extrusion, plastics, converting or related manufacturing industries.
  • Experience working closely with procurement, sourcing or supply chain functions.

To be Successful you’ll be:

  • Naturally curious and driven to improve things
  • Comfortable challenging accepted ways of working
  • Highly organised and focused on delivering results
  • Able to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
  • Equally comfortable on the shop floor and in a management meeting
  • Persistent, resilient and capable of driving projects through to completion

What we offer in return:

  • Competitive salary
  • 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (4-5 days saved for Christmas)
  • Additional annual leave purchase scheme (up to 5 days)
  • Birthday Holiday
  • Employee Benefits Platform (provided by VIVUP) which includes:-
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • 24/7 free confidential advice
  • Discounted high street shopping
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Group life insurance and death in service
  • Company Pension contribution
  • Occupational Health Services
  • Discounted Gym Membership

Apply Today

If you're an engineer with a passion for continuous improvement, operational excellence and delivering measurable business results, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Gerflor and Gradus and help shape the future of our UK manufacturing operations.

Gerflor and Gradus are proud to be equal opportunities employers. We are committed to to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

With over 100 years of combined experience in the contract interiors sector, together Gerflor and Gradus have built an unrivalled reputation for quality and service.

Gerflor is recognised as a specialist and a world leader in resilient flooring solutions. The group creates, manufactures and markets innovative, design-led and eco responsible solutions for flooring and complementary interior wall finishes. As a leading vinyl & linoleum flooring manufacturer they are already well-established in more than 100 countries worldwide.

Gradus Ltd (a Gerflor company) are market leading manufacturers of commercial flooring accessories, entrance matting, wall protection and specialist LED lighting systems. Our attention to detail, forward thinking and passion for improvement has led to our success and leading market share in the UK and operation in International markets.

Our companies provide a complete solution for Architects and Specifiers, Contractors and Building Owners, spanning multiple market sectors including Commercial Office, Education, Healthcare, Residential, Retail, Leisure & Hospitality. Why not check out some high-profile projects on our websites: www.gradus.com & www.gerflor.co.uk

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