Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer
Location: Lancaster
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per annum
Benefits:

• Performance-related bonus
• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Training and professional development support

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, days-based role

Job Description:

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will:

• Play a key role in enhancing operational performance across all areas of production.
• You will identify, develop, and deliver improvements in manufacturing processes, working closely with production, maintenance, and leadership teams to achieve measurable results.
• Your focus will be on optimising manufacturing performance through data-driven analysis, lean manufacturing techniques, and structured problem-solving.
• This includes conducting time and motion studies, reducing waste, improving productivity, and implementing sustainable efficiency improvements.
• You’ll be responsible for supporting capital projects, developing standard operating procedures, and ensuring that continuous improvement initiatives are embedded within daily operations.
• The Continuous Improvement Engineer will also use lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping to streamline production flow and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience:

To be successful in this Continuous Improvement Engineer role, you should have:

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or mechanical engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience conducting time studies, work measurement, and process optimisation.
• Track record of waste reduction, productivity improvement, and cost control.
• Experience of working with maintenance and production teams to deliver reliability improvements.
• Minimum HNC in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering preferred).

Why Should You Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Continuous Improvement Engineer looking to make a real impact in a progressive and well-established manufacturer. You’ll have the autonomy to lead meaningful improvement projects, supported by a management team committed to investment and innovation.

If you’re passionate about process optimisation, reducing waste, and driving manufacturing excellence — this Continuous Improvement Engineer position offers the platform to showcase your expertise and grow your career in a modern, forward-thinking environment.

The Company:

Our client is an established UK-based manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. They are currently investing heavily in process improvement and modernisation across their production sites. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that values forward-thinking engineers who are passionate about driving change, improving efficiency, and reducing waste.