Process Engineer - Continuous Improvement

Lord Search & Selection; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Process Engineer - Continuous Improvement to enhance operational efficiency and manufacturing consistency. The role will involve evaluating processes, implementing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and supporting manufacturing performance improvements. A solid background in manufacturing engineering and a structured approach to problem-solving are essential. The ideal candidate will directly impact productivity through data-led analysis and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume or repetitive manufacturing environments required.
• Strong analytical skills with performance and process data.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies.
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance productivity.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies to improve processes.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Analytical capability

Problem-solving skills

Education

Background in manufacturing engineering or process engineering

Job description

Overview

Manufacturing Excellence | High-volume Operations | Machining, Pressing & Assembly

Salary: up to £50,000 + bonus & benefits
Location: Birmingham

Our client, an established manufacturing organisation in Birmingham is recruiting a Process Engineer - Continuous Improvement to support ongoing performance improvement across its operations. The position has a specific focus on improving process capability, operational efficiency and manufacturing consistency through structured continuous improvement and data-led analysis.

Role

Reporting into the Manufacturing Design Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer - Continuous Improvement will be responsible for identifying, developing and implementing improvements to manufacturing processes. The role requires a practical engineering approach, combining process analysis, performance data and recognised continuous improvement techniques to deliver sustainable operational gains.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies, variation and constraints
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, quality and throughput
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen and other continuous improvement methodologies in a manufacturing environment
• Support improvements in layout, material flow and standard work
• Monitor manufacturing performance using KPIs and OEE data, supporting root cause analysis
• Contribute to the development of standardised processes and manufacturing best practice
• Provide technical input and guidance to manufacturing and engineering teams as required

Person specification

• Background in manufacturing engineering, process engineering or continuous improvement
• Experience working in high-volume or repetitive manufacturing environments
• Strong analytical capability with experience using performance and process data
• Structured problem-solving skills and familiarity with Lean manufacturing tools
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

To apply

This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to manufacturing performance improvements within a stable, technically driven organisation. The successful candidate will work on a range of process improvement activities with clear operational impact. Applications should be submitted with a CV quoting job reference 10268