Continuous Improvement Engineer

Chase Taylor Recruitment Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme & life assurance

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Ongoing training and career developm

Supportive and collaborative working环境

Job summary

Chase Taylor Recruitment Ltd on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to join their site in Telford. You will own CI initiatives across manufacturing and warehousing, delivering measurable improvements in quality, cost, delivery and safety.

You will lead lean activities (5S, TPM), coach teams in structured problem solving (PDCA), and work to ISO9001/45001/14001 standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in continuous improvement / lean manufacturing.
• Strong PDCA problem solving and operations excellence tools.
• Ability to challenge existing processes and drive change.
• Excellent communication skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement and lean manufacturing activities across the site.
• Drive shop-floor improvements using 5S, waste elimination, standard work, and TPM.
• Deliver measurable improvements in cost, quality, and lead times.
• Lead projects involving new equipment, processes, and product introduction.
• Champion safety, quality, and operational best practice.
• Coach and develop teams in CI tools and structured problem solving (PDCA).
• Monitor and improve performance against SQDCPE KPIs.

Skills

PDCA problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering or Manufacturing

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or in progress

Job description

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing manufacturing business for a Continuous Improvement Engineer to join their site in Telford. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on CI professional to take ownership of driving operational excellence across manufacturing and warehousing, delivering measurable improvements in quality, cost, delivery, and safety.

The Role

As Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will play a key role in embedding a culture of continuous improvement and right‑first‑time performance across the site. You'll lead initiatives that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall service levels to customers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading continuous improvement and lean manufacturing activities across the site
• Driving shop-floor improvements using tools such as 5S, waste elimination, standard work, and TPM
• Delivering measurable improvements in cost, quality, and lead times
• Leading projects involving new equipment, processes, and product introduction
• Championing safety, quality, and operational best practice
• Coaching and developing teams in CI tools and structured problem solving (PDCA)
• Monitoring and improving performance against SQDCPE KPIs

About You

We're looking for someone with a proactive, hands‑on approach and a strong track record in delivering CI improvements within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

You will have:

• Proven experience in continuous improvement / lean manufacturing
• Strong understanding of PDCA problem solving and operations excellence tools
• The confidence to challenge existing processes and drive change
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels

Desirable:

• HNC/HND in Engineering or Manufacturing
• Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt or working towards)
• Ensure full compliance with ISO9001, ISO45001, ISO50001 and ISO14001 standards.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme & life assurance
• Employee discounts & Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative working environment