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Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job Posted: 2 hours ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 100,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer
 Location: Near Stevenage
 Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
 Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (On-site)
 Company: Global Engineering & Manufacturing Company

Job Description:
 Are you ready to make a real impact in a world-class manufacturing environment as a Continuous Improvement Engineer, engineering out inefficiencies across your value stream? 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a Global Engineering & Manufacturing Company near Stevenage, where your expertise will help shape the future of production excellence and drive Continuous Improvement across your value stream. 

Responsibilities of Continuous Improvement Engineer: 

Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean tools such as Kaizen, SMED, Six Sigma, 5S, 8D and Value Stream Mapping
Develop and optimise manufacturing processes to meet stringent quality standards
Drive defect prevention through robust process controls and error-proofing solutions
Support new product development from concept through to launch
Specify and validate equipment, tooling, and fixtures to meet production needs
Lead cost reduction initiatives through process optimisation and value engineering
Prepare and submit reports detailing capital expenditure requirements, including justification and cost analysis
Support capital projects and contribute to CapEx planning and execution 

Requirements for Continuous Improvement Engineer role: 

HND or Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial preferred)
Experience in high-volume manufacturing, ideally automotive or simila
Experience leading continuous improvement projects using Lean tools such as Kaizen, SMED, Six Sigma, 5S, 8D and Value Stream Mapping
Practical exposure to Lean methodologies and structured problem-solving tools
Knowledge of automated assembly systems, tooling and test equipment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret engineering drawings
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt advantageous
Experience with CapEx projects or capital investment planning beneficial 

About You:
 Adaptable, disciplined and ambitious with excellent communication skills. A strategic thinker who thrives under pressure, with a passion for achieving results and a positive, can-do attitude.

Benefits:

Highly competitive salary
Annual bonus
Pension + Life Cover
25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Additional holiday scheme and holiday carry-over scheme
Flexible start options 

Commutable from: Luton, Bedford, St Neots, Biggleswade, Hitchin, Milton Keynes, Cambridge, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Royston, Stevenage, Letchworth Garden City & surrounding areas (approx. 45-60 mins drive).

Apply now to join a global leader in engineering and manufacturing and play a key role as a Continuous Improvement Engineer in shaping operational excellence.

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