Continuous Improvement Engineer – Montracon Ltd

Montracon Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Doncaster is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead Lean initiatives and foster a culture of sustainable change. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 3 years leading Lean projects. Responsibilities include implementing Lean tools, facilitating workshops, and monitoring key performance indicators. This role offers a full-time, on-site position with comprehensive benefits including holidays and a pension plan.

Benefits

30.5 days holiday including bank holidays

Pension

Death in service benefit

Retail discount scheme

Free on-site car park

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing, with 3 years in Lean/Continuous Improvement.
• Track record of implementing Lean tools successfully.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean implementation across production areas.
• Organize and facilitate Kaizen events and workshops.
• Develop and deliver Lean training programs.
• Conduct Value Stream Mapping to identify waste.
• Establish and audit Standard Work procedures.
• Monitor and report on Lean KPIs.
• Ensure sustainability of implemented changes.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Process mapping

Data analysis

Tools

MS Excel

Visio

Job description

Continuous Improvement Engineer – Montracon Ltd

Are you a dynamic and driven Continuous Improvement professional who thrives in an environment where your expertise directly impacts people development and importantly, you know what good looks like. Do you have excellent communication and people skills with an ability and passion for implementing lasting and sustainable change?

At Montracon we look forward to receiving applications from experienced Continuous Improvement Engineer looking to take your career, our people and our business to the next level.

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer

Department: Operations

Reports To: Factory Manager

Primary Purpose of the Role

The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining Lean methodologies (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, SMED) to eliminate waste, improve quality, increase efficiency, and reduce operational costs. This role will facilitate improvement events, train employees, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to Lean initiatives. You will have a real shop floor presence supporting the deployment of change programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lean Implementation: Lead the implementation of Lean tools and methodologies across all production areas.
• Facilitation: Organize and facilitate Kaizen events, Gemba walks, and other continuous improvement workshops with cross-functional teams.
• Training & Coaching: Develop and deliver training programs on Lean principles and tools to all levels of the organization. Coach and mentor employees to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Value Stream Mapping (VSM): Conduct and analyse VSM to identify and prioritize waste and bottlenecks in current-state processes. Develop future-state maps and action plans.
• Standard Work: Establish, document, and audit Standard Work procedures to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency.
• Performance Tracking: Define, monitor, and report on Lean KPIs (e.g., OEE, lead time, inventory turns, scrap rates) and the progress of improvement projects.
• Sustainability: Ensure that implemented changes are documented, followed, and sustained over time.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years dedicated to leading Lean/Continuous Improvement projects.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing core Lean tools (5S, Kaizen, VSM, SMED, TPM).

Skills & Competencies

• Expert knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes of complex issues.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in process mapping and data analysis (e.g., using MS Excel, Visio or similar).
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and influence change without direct authority.

Working Hours

• This role is fulltime on-site.
• Mon – Thu 7:15am – 16:30pm Friday 7:15am – 12:15pm (or 7:30 start and 16:45 finish)

Other Benefits

• 30.5 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Pension.
• Death in service benefit.
• Retail discount scheme available.
• Free on-site car park.

If you are a proactive and experienced Continuous Improvement professional ready to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply!

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV CLEARLY STATING YOUR SALARY EXPECTATIONS.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 40 per week