Tidyco is a multi-divisional engineering company based in Derby, since 1973, and are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible individual to join our current team.
Job Description:
We are looking for a motivated individual to lead and manage an operational cell to ensure the safe, high‑quality, and on‑time delivery of all products. Drive a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and team performance while ensuring all operational and health & safety procedures are consistently followed.
This is a full-time, permanent position.
Responsibilities:
- Own the health and safety of all individuals in your area, ensuring processes, risk assessments, and compliance with relevant legislation (e.g., PUWER, LOLER).
- Ensure all team members follow H&S standards and operational procedures at all times.
- Deliver cell performance targets, including on‑time delivery and product quality.
- Build strong working relationships with managers and leaders across the business to support operational success.
- Continuously improve processes to enhance safety, quality, lead times, and cost efficiency.
- Ensure all staff meet competency requirements and receive appropriate training.
- Lead daily team meetings, set work schedules, and manage workflow.
- Work closely with Purchasing to maintain material availability.
- Manage performance, conduct, and attendance in line with company policies.
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Engineering or manufacturing background
- Experience managing teams in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Effective time management and prioritisation
- Ability to handle pressure and conflicting demands
- Structured problem‑solving skills (e.g., 8D)
- Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
Desirable:
- Process excellence qualification (Green Belt / Black Belt)
- Rail or HVAC sector experience
- Full UK driving licence
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Additional celebration day
- Company pension
- Profit Share Scheme
- Free parking
- Ongoing training opportunities
- Early Friday finish
- Employee Assistance Programme
Salary - dependent on experience / qualifications.
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any during your application or interview (if applicable). If there are any additional options you’d like to request, or you are having difficulty in applying, please contact our HR Department on [email protected] or 01332 851300.
As a small company there may be times when you are asked to carry out tasks that are not on your job description but we would expect to have for full co-operation on the occasions when this need arises.
Pay: Up to £43,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
