Continuous Improvement Engineer

Outsource UK; West of England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Career development

Competitive salary

Global improvement initiatives

Job summary

Outsource UK in Bristol is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives across the site, embedding a culture of waste reduction and performance excellence.

You will mentor teams, lead cross-functional CI projects, track KPIs, and collaborate with global forums to share best practices, delivering measurable improvements in productivity and quality. This hands-on role requires proactive leadership and strong IT skills.

Qualifications

• Experience applying Lean Six Sigma in manufacturing/engineering settings.
• Strong problem-solving and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across functions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Lean Six Sigma training and mentor teams at all levels.
• Lead CI projects to reduce waste and improve operational performance.
• Define and maintain process standards and best practices.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Track KPIs and report on improvement outcomes.
• Engage with global CI forums and initiatives.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We're working with a global engineering and manufacturing business seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive operational excellence across its UK site in Bristol.

This is a hands-on role focused on embedding Lean and Six Sigma principles, delivering measurable improvements in productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.

You’ll lead improvement initiatives across the business - training teams, coaching stakeholders, and implementing standardised processes. Working cross-functionally, you’ll facilitate problem-solving sessions, drive root cause analysis, and ensure continuous improvement becomes part of the wider culture.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver Lean Six Sigma training and mentor teams at all levels
• Lead CI projects to reduce waste and improve operational performance
• Define and maintain process standards and best practices
• Facilitate structured problem-solving and root cause analysis
• Track KPIs and report on improvement outcomes
• Engage with global CI forums and initiatives

Experience required:

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience working in complex, fast-paced environments
• Proactive, self-starting approach with strong analytical capability
• Solid IT skills, particularly across MS Office

What's on offer:

• A collaborative, high-trust working environment
• Strong focus on career development and continuous learning
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to contribute to global improvement initiatives

This is an excellent opportunity for a CI professional looking to take ownership of impactful projects within a well-established, innovation-led organisation.