Continuous Improvement Engineer

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Are you passionate about improving processes, solving problems, and delivering meaningful change?

As our Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will have the opportunity to influence how we work by leading projects that enhance productivity, quality, efficiency, and cost performance across the business. Using Lean Manufacturing principles, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, and data-driven decision-making, you will identify improvement opportunities, remove operational barriers, and implement sustainable solutions. Working with stakeholders at all levels, you will facilitate workshops, develop business cases and project plans, track project performance, and support the delivery of key operational and strategic objectives.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys turning ideas into action, driving continuous improvement, and making a visible impact within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge and practical application of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma and Kaizen
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse data, identify root causes and implement effective solutions
• Experience managing projects from initiation through to completion, including developing project plans and monitoring progress
• Ability to lead, motivate and coach cross-functional teams to deliver results and engage colleagues in continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience working within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and present information to a range of audiences
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Lean Six Sigma qualification, or currently working towards one
• Experience using data visualisation and reporting tools such as Power BI
• Experience facilitating continuous improvement workshops and process mapping activities
• Membership of a relevant professional body

Hours of work: Monday to Friday,38hours per week

• Fully funded Health Cash Plan to support dental, physio costs etc
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• 5% Employer Pension Contributions
• Death in Service Benefit (Salary x
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• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• 1 additional holiday per annum after 5 years’ service
• Corporate Women in Business membership for all colleagues
• Diversity Mark Bronze Accredited workplace
• Plus many more including Charity Committee and Social Events across the year

Please note our site location is in Northern Ireland, therefore you must have a permanent right to work in the UK.

We provide equal opportunities for everyone and see diversity as our strength. Therefore, we welcome all applicants – regardless of characteristics such as gender, age, background, social status, sexual orientation, religion, or mental and physical abilities. We have set the goal of empowering women and increasing female leader representation. We foster an inclusive work environment and encourage all individuals to apply.

Even if you do not meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply if you believe your skills, experience, and potential can contribute to success in the role. We value potential, diverse perspectives, and a willingness to learn and grow. To ensure a fair, objective, and inclusive recruitment process, we recommend not to include a photo or date of birth in your CV unless required by local law.

Where business needs allow, we are open to considering and supporting flexible working models.

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As a leading manufacturer of plastic packaging, we are always looking for employees who will shape the future of the plastics industry with us and courageously promote sustainable solutions. We value a humorous atmosphere, communication at eye level and long-term employment relationships.