Continuous Improvement Engineer

Continuous Improvement Engineer Stoke on Trent £40,000  Benefits Full-Time, Permanent The Opportunity We are recruiting a Continuous Improvement Engineer for a well-established engineering and manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity to drive operational excellence, improve business performance and deliver measurable results across production and wider business processes. Working closely with stakeholders at all levels, you will identify inefficiencies, lead improvement projects and embed sustainable changes that enhance productivity, quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities Lead Continuous Improvement projects from identification through to implementation. Analyse processes and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, cost and lead times. Apply Lean Manufacturing, root cause analysis and structured problem-solving techniques. Facilitate improvement workshops and process mapping activities. Engage stakeholders across Production, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain. Use data and KPIs to measure performance and validate results. Support change management and ensure improvements are sustained.

About You Proven Continuous Improvement or Operational Excellence experience within manufacturing. Strong knowledge of Lean principles and methodologies such as DMAIC, A3, 5 Whys and Value Stream Mapping. A track record of delivering measurable improvements. Excellent analytical, project management and stakeholder engagement skills. A proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving and change. Desirable:
Engineering or technical manufacturing experience, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, regulated industry experience, and knowledge of ERP systems or process automation tools. What's on Offer? £40,000 salary 23 days' holiday, increasing with service Company pension contribution Group life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Company sick pay Professional development and career progression opportunities Apply Now Join a growing engineering and manufacturing business where your ideas and expertise will make a tangible impact.

If you're passionate about continuous improvement and delivering operational results, apply today. At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries:
Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Our commitment :
Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

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