Graduate Continuous Improvement Engineer

E3 Recruitment; Goole; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm near Goole is seeking a Graduate Continuous Improvement Engineer. This role focuses on driving process improvements within manufacturing, offering extensive training and mentorship. Ideal candidates are recent graduates with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. A competitive salary and professional development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus opportunities

Structured training and professional development

Enhanced company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in relevant field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interested in Lean, Six Sigma, or other CI methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support and contribute to continuous improvement projects.
• Learn to implement process improvements using lean methodologies.
• Work with teams to embed a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Improvement, or a related discipline

Tools

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Job description

Overview

The Graduate Continuous Improvement Engineer position is with an international, market-leading business offering extensive opportunities for training, mentoring, and future career progression within the site and across the wider group.

Are you a recent graduate passionate about efficiency, problem-solving, and innovation within a manufacturing or production environment? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation near Goole, where you'll play a key role in helping to drive process improvements and deliver real results.

Responsibilities

• Support and contribute to continuous improvement projects across operations, focusing on quality, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Learn to identify, analyse, and implement process improvements using lean methodologies and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Work alongside production, engineering, and management teams to help embed a culture of continuous improvement.
• Assist in tracking and reporting on project progress, highlighting benefits and results achieved.
• Gain exposure to lean tools and techniques, with training provided to build your capability.

About You

• A degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Improvement, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a curiosity to ask questions and explore new solutions.
• An interest in Lean, Six Sigma, or other CI methodologies (formal training will be provided, so previous certification is not essential).
• A confident communicator, able to work effectively in teams and build positive working relationships.
• A self-motivated and proactive approach, with a desire to develop your skills and career.

What’s on Offer

• A competitive graduate salary with annual bonus opportunities.
• Structured training and professional development, including Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Enhanced company pension scheme.
• The chance to lead real projects that make an impact on business performance.
• A supportive environment with a clear career pathway into more senior engineering and operational roles.

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