Improvement Engineer

As the Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will play a vital hands-on role in delivering targeted engineering improvements across key production assets. Working closely with the CI Team Lead, you will bring improvement plans to life on the shop floor - executing technical adjustments, optimisations, and modifications that directly enhance performance, reliability, and efficiency.

You will act as the technical delivery engine of the Focused Improvement Team (FIT), ensuring that engineering standards are not only defined but physically achieved and sustained on the line.

Continuous Improvement Engineer - Engineering
Focused Improvement Team (FIT)
Days, Monday - Friday

What's in it for you?
10% Annual bonus
28 days holiday + bank holidays
Purchase extra holiday scheme
4% Employer pension contribution
Life assurance
Access to employee benefits platform - Cheers which includes flexible benefits such as; healthcare cover, healthcare cash plan, dental insurance, car scheme, activities pass, financial services, will writing services etc.
Role Purpose

The  Continuous Improvement Engineer  is responsible for the practical execution of continuous improvement activities across the assigned asset or production line. Working from the CI Team Lead's direction, this role ensures that engineering improvements are implemented effectively, safely, and sustainably.

This is a highly hands-on engineering role focused on machine performance, parameter optimisation, fault resolution, and technical problem solving. The CI Engineer bridges the gap between improvement strategy and operational reality, ensuring assets consistently meet defined performance standards..

Key Responsibilities   Execute engineering tasks and improvement actions defined by the CI Team Lead within the FIT programme
Adjust machine settings, parameters, and configurations to improve OEE, throughput, speed, and quality
Conduct daily analysis of OEE/MME data to identify technical losses and performance gaps
Investigate, diagnose, and resolve recurring engineering issues and defects
Maintain defect logs and ensure engineering standards are restored and sustained
Carry out planned engineering work during downtime, shutdowns, and non-running periods
Fabricate, modify, or source components to support improvement activities
Liaise with OEMs, suppliers, and technical contractors to implement fixes and upgrades
Support installation and commissioning of process or equipment modifications
Collect, record, and analyse engineering performance data to support continuous improvement
Support CI projects with hands-on technical delivery and validation of improvements
Participate in daily huddles and cross-functional communication to ensure alignment
Ensure improvements are embedded and sustained through standardised settings and practices
About You

You are a hands-on, technically capable engineer who enjoys solving problems  thrive in fast-moving manufacturing environments and take pride in improving how equipment performs day-to-day.

You are confident working with data, machinery, and cross-functional teams, and you understand how small engineering changes can deliver significant performance gains.

Essential Qualifications & Experience   Level 3 or above Engineering qualification
Minimum 5 years' engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Desirable:

Experience with in drinks manufacturing or FMCG environments
Why Join Us?
Be directly responsible for delivering real, measurable asset improvements
Work as part of a focused CI team driving operational excellence
Gain exposure to advanced improvement methodologies and modern manufacturing systems
Opportunity to develop technical expertise and progression within CI and engineering pathways
Summary

The  Continuous Improvement Engineer  is the hands-on delivery specialist who turns CI strategy into reality-ensuring machines, processes, and assets physically perform to the standards defined by the CI Team Lead.

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