Operational Improvement Specialist

Job Title: Operational Improvement Specialist
Department: Catnic
Location: Caerphilly (CF83)
Salary: 34000 plus Benefits
Closing Date: Sunday 8^th March 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 9^th March 2026
We believe that our strength is not just in our steel but the diversity of our workforce. Our people make the difference.

Shape the future of operational excellence in a growing market-leading business

Catnic is a thriving part of Tata Steel UK and a recognised market leader in steel lintel production. As the housing sector accelerates in line with government growth plans were gearing up for significant business expansion and this role offers a unique opportunity to be part of that journey from the inside.

Were now looking for an Operational Improvement Analyst to join our Caerphilly site. Its an ideal role for a recent graduate or early-career professional eager to develop in a commercial manufacturing environment gaining exposure to all aspects of a dynamic forward-thinking operation.

What you will do

You will help to drive efficiency and improvements throughout the Production and Materials areas. You will identify and drive through efficiency improvements to support future business growth. Youll work closely with the Operational Improvement Manager to support key strategic initiatives helping to embed continuous improvement practices across the business.

This includes:

• Analysing operational data and presenting insights through clear charts and reports
• Supporting the development of standard operating procedures and process improvements
• Contributing to ISO 50001 (energy) and ISO 9001 (quality) standards maintenance
• Monitoring performance across Capex and revenue projects
• Investigating process waste and supporting quality improvements throughout production
• Liaising with stakeholders across engineering production and technical functions

What you will need

Were looking for someone with:

• Strong analytical skills and a data-driven mindset
• Proficiency in Excel (essential) with bonus points for experience in VBA AutoCAD or other Microsoft applications
• A collaborative approach to teamworking and stakeholder engagement
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering Manufacturing Business or a related discipline or equivalent experience

This role would suit an ambitious graduate ready to build a broad understanding of how a successful manufacturing business operates or a progressive Production Manager / Supervisor with the ability and confidence to drive through improvements. Youll be supported to grow develop and make a measurable impact as Catnic continues its journey of operational excellence.

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What we can offer you

Tata Steel UK offers their employees significant benefits packages. For this role you will benefit from:

• A market competitive salary
• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Bonus Scheme subject to business performance
• Ongoing Tata Steel training which has built a reputation as one of the best within the industry
• One of the UKs leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

We also have an extensive list of lifestyle benefits including free onsite parking at all of our sites an employee assistance programme as well as Employee discount scheme for companies including Vodafone Jaguar Land Rover and also various local services.

Why us

Tata Steel is one of the worlds top 10 steel producers. The combined group has an annual aggregate crude steel capacity of more than 33 million tonnes with approximately 80000 employees across four continents. Were part of the Tata Group one of the largest most diverse conglomerates in the world with businesses in the UK including Tata Steel Jaguar Land Rover and Tetley Tea.

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