Continuous Improvement Lead

CBSbutler; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent bens

Job summary

CBSbutler is seeking a Continuous Improvement Lead for a 24-month FTC in Kidderminster. The role focuses on leading Lean Six Sigma projects, driving waste reduction, and delivering measurable gains within an engineering-led business.

You will work with senior stakeholders, implement KPI frameworks, and embed a culture of continuous improvement across multiple areas. Onsite, with an attractive salary and bens package.

Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt required.
• Experience leading continuous improvement in manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Strong stakeholder management with senior leadership exposure.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams on complex projects.
• Knowledge of quality systems and EN9100 standard.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high-impact Lean Six Sigma projects with measurable outcomes.
• Identify and quantify improvement opportunities through data analysis and waste reduction.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to secure buy-in and drive strategic priorities.
• Manage project risks and maintain delivery momentum.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Six Sigma Black Belt

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional teams

EN9100 knowledge

Manufacturing experience

Job description

Continuous Improvement Lead (24 month FTC)

• Kidderminster (Onsite role)
• £40,000 - £55,000 + excellent bens.

We're offering a standout opportunity to join a high-performing Business Improvement team, driving meaningful change across a complex, engineering-led organisation.

This role sits at the heart of the business-working cross-functionally to lead high-impact improvement initiatives, influence senior stakeholders, and deliver measurable operational gains.

If you're passionate about continuous improvement, data-driven decision making, and leading change, this is a platform role to accelerate your career.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and deliver high-impact Lean Six Sigma projects with tangible business outcomes
• Identify and quantify improvement opportunities through data analysis and waste reduction
• Partner with senior stakeholders to secure buy-in and drive strategic priorities
• Manage project risks, resolve issues quickly, and maintain delivery momentum
• Implement KPI frameworks to track performance, sustainability, and ROI
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement across multiple business areas

What We're Looking For

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with a track record of delivering results
• Experience leading continuous improvement in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including senior leadership engagement
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams on complex projects
• Knowledge of quality systems and industry standards (e.g. EN9100)
• Highly analytical, proactive, and comfortable operating autonomously

Why This Role?

• Exposure to business-wide operations and strategic initiatives
• Opportunity to work within a specialist Quality & Business Improvement function
• Ideal for those looking to accelerate long-term career progression
• Structured as a development-focused secondment, returning to your function with enhanced capability

If you're ready to step into a role where you can drive real change and elevate your impact, this is a rare opportunity to do exactly that.