Continuous Improvement Engineer

Oldcastle Inc.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction technology firm in Sheffield is seeking a qualified candidate for an Operational Excellence role. Responsibilities include driving operational improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, managing project pipelines, and coaching teams. Applicants must have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a Lean Six Sigma certification. The position offers competitive compensation, 25 days of annual leave, and a comprehensive benefits package in an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus bonus

25 days annual leave plus options

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CI experience in manufacturing or operational role.
• Proven track record of measurable operational improvements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational improvements using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Create and manage improvement project schedules.
• Coach and train others in Lean tools.

Skills

Lean principles application

Data analysis in Excel

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching and training

Project management

Education

Degree in relevant field

Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

Tools

Power BI

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Country: United Kingdom
City: Sheffield
Req ID: 517561
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: Onsite
Seniority Level: Not Applicable

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Purpose of the role

• Working alongside our Operational Excellence Manager, UK manufacturing teams and other key stakeholders to identify, facilitate and drive a wide range of operational improvements using Lean and Six Sigma across our manufacturing facilities.
• To drive daily performance improvements through the Leviat Tiered Reporting and Daily Management process, actively developing daily CI activities. (SIC/DCI/SQDCIP)
• Based in Sheffield but able to travel to support other UK locations if priorities or projects demand.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Working alongside the Operational Excellence Manager, UK Manufacturing Manager, Production Managers and other key stakeholders to identify, facilitate, and drive a wide range of operational improvements using Lean and Six Sigma principles across manufacturing facilities.
• Drive daily performance improvements through the Leviat Tiered Reporting and Daily Management process (SIC/DCI/SQDCIP), actively developing daily CI activities.
• Create and manage daily Gemba walk schedules, ensuring actions are captured, followed through, and embedded.
• Own and prioritise the CI project pipeline and active projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Ensure appropriate resources are actively allocated to identified and agreed projects, monitoring progress and delivery.
• Escalate deviations, risks, and roadblocks to the leadership team, providing clear visibility and recommendations.
• Apply Lean principles using Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S, 5 Whys, Structured Problem Solving, and visual management to implement and sustain lasting improvement.
• Plan, organise, and schedule improvement projects alongside production with minimal impact.
• Degree qualified with 5+ years of relevant CI experience in a manufacturing or operational role.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green or Certified Black Belt (or equivalent experience).
• Proven track record of delivering measurable operational improvements using Lean Six Sigma.
• Strong knowledge of structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Hands on ability to coach and train others in Lean tools and techniques.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills (verbal, written and presentation)
• Ability to lead and support multiple projects concurrently.
• Excellent planning and time management skills.
• Data driven with solid analytical capability in Excel, Power BI or similar.

Key leadership competencies:

• Hands on approach
• Drives Results
• Strong Coach
• Analytical mindset
• Drives vision and purpose
• Courage
• Resilience

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary plus bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (plus the option to buy 5 more)
• Westfield health cash plan and 24/7 GP service
• Free Optical vouchers
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Discounted products and services via Westfield Rewards
• Access to Employee Assistance Programmes
• Cycle to work scheme plus a bicycle storage area
• And so much more!

Leviat is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please note that we cannot accept any applications submitted through email for GDPR purposes. Candidates must apply through our job portal. We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies, unless you have been instructed to do so by our recruitment team.