Process Improvement Engineer

Moorland Recruitment; Newport; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Newport is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to join their team. You will focus on Continuous Improvement using Lean methodologies to enhance efficiency and drive measurable changes within the production environment. This entry-level role offers exceptional training and career progression in a values-driven organization committed to sustainability.

Benefits

Exceptional Training

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Around 12 months' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic understanding of Lean or CI tools.
• Energy and enthusiasm to improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify inefficiencies and eliminate waste using Lean tools.
• Lead and support Kaizen events and process mapping.
• Create SOPs and work instructions for sustainable improvement.

Skills

Passion for Continuous Improvement

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Process Engineering

Tools

Lean tools

5S

Kaizen

RCA (Root Cause Analysis)

Job description

Process Improvement Engineer - Days

Chorley

£45,000 DOE + Exceptional Training & Career Progression

Forward thinking manufacturing

Are you an experienced engineer with a curious mind, a drive to improve, and a passion for problem-solving?

Looking to get out of maintenance and into CI & Process Improvement.

Do you dream of working in a role where your ideas are valued, your potential is nurtured, and your work genuinely makes a difference?

This is your opportunity to launch your career in Continuous Improvement with a purpose-driven UK manufacturing leader that's transforming healthcare and driving sustainability across the country.

We're partnering with a values-led, forward-thinking organisation that produces critical healthcare and hygiene products used by millions every day.

With bold growth plans and a commitment to people and the planet, they're looking for a

You'll be empowered to make an impact from day one, working alongside experienced CI professionals to deliver real, measurable change across multiple production and warehouse sites.

You'll learn how to:

• Identify inefficiencies and eliminate waste using Lean tools
• Lead and support Kaizen events, process mapping, and workflow optimisation
• Solve problems at their root using techniques like 5S, SMED, TPM and RCA
• Create SOPs and work instructions that drive sustainable improvement
• Work cross-functionally on projects that improve safety, quality, and performance
• Support new product and process introductions with trials and validations
• Use data and KPIs to track progress and drive smart decision-making
• Develop smart factory layouts and visual management systems

What You'll Bring

You don't need to be an expert, just someone with energy, enthusiasm, and a real passion for making things better.

You'll likely have:

• A degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Process Engineering (or similar)
• Around 12 months' experience in a manufacturing environment (placement, grad scheme or post-grad)
• A basic understanding of Lean or CI tools (5S, Kaizen, RCA, etc.)
• Great communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• A proactive, can-do attitude and the desire to learn and grow fast

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