Lean Continuous Improvement Engineer - Drive Plant Performance

Kingston Barnes Ltd; Dunball; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Bridgwater is seeking a proactive Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead initiatives that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. This role requires proven experience with Lean methodologies, project management skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders. You will support leadership teams in prioritising improvement projects and providing training across all levels. Ideal candidates should demonstrate strong analytical thinking and be comfortable challenging established processes in a constructive manner.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Up to 4% annual bonus

Sick pay scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Lean, continuous improvement, and structured problem-solving.
• Strong project management background, including managing multiple improvement projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across all operational areas.
• Support leadership with identifying and prioritising improvement projects.
• Provide CI training and coaching to employees at all levels.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Lean methodologies

Analytical thinking

Project management

Training and coaching

Education

Technical, Engineering or Manufacturing qualification

Job description

A manufacturing company in Bridgwater is seeking a proactive Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead initiatives that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. This role requires proven experience with Lean methodologies, project management skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders. You will support leadership teams in prioritising improvement projects and providing training across all levels. Ideal candidates should demonstrate strong analytical thinking and be comfortable challenging established processes in a constructive manner.