Are you a creative thinker with a passion for driving innovation? At Bentley Motors, we're entering the most transformative chapter in our history. We’re seeking fresh ideas, diverse perspectives, and innovators to join us on this ground breaking journey.
What you’ll be doing
In this role you will gain invaluable experience in process improvements, managing high impact projects and pitching your ideas, develop a deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing and our production processes. You will also get the opportunity to work alongside and be mentored by a team of experts in Lean Manufacturing.
Your main responsibilities include;
- Working proactively with the Kaizen team to identify and implement process improvement opportunities
- Help to improve our ways of working within Kaizen supporting the introduction of new digital ways of working
- Working in collaboration with our lean trainers to deliver our lean programs to colleagues in preparation for our battery electric vehicles
- Support and engage within our bespoke workshop (full training given) supporting the production shop floor
About the Function
The Kaizen team are part of the Production strategy department which is a key driver supporting the business Beyond 100 strategy. Our responsibilities are driving Lean transformation programs yielding business cost benefits, focused on improving quality and productivity throughout the manufacturing process.
What we’re looking for
Values and Behaviours:
- Inclusive Mindset: Contribute to a culture where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to learn and grow together.
- Collaborative Spirit: Be open-minded, curious, and effective in planning and prioritising workloads while working well with others.
- Resilience with Flexibility: Demonstrate tenacity and resilience, yet remain adaptable to the needs of those around you.
- Accountability: Take ownership of your decisions and consistently strive for the best possible outcomes.
Education: The successful candidates will be on track to achieve a 2:1 in a STEM based degree.
Skills:
- Great communication
- Demonstrable examples of working in a team
- Problem solving skills
- Data literate and proficiency in MS Office and similar applications
- Demonstrable examples of project management
- Technical drawing capability (e.g. CAD)
What we offer
As an Industrial Placement, you will have access to the following benefits:
- A salary of £24,327
- 35 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays
- 10% pension contribution with life assurance benefits
- Support from our Early Careers team and 121 manager mentorship
- Paid volunteering days
The Bentley Campus
Our campus is going through an exciting transformation offering unrivalled facilities including green spaces, free parking, an onsite restaurant, coffee shops and Legends gym.
#BelongingAtBentley
Motivated to be the most diverse, inclusive luxury car company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered.
We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all, helping all colleagues thrive as their authentic selves and reach their highest potential. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, belongs at Bentley. Everyone is entitled to respect and dignity and we positively celebrate the differences between people.