Senior Engineer, Central Continuous Improvement

TN United Kingdom; Slough; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking global company as a Senior Engineer in Continuous Improvement. This exciting role offers the chance to lead a team focused on enhancing productivity and operational efficiency across manufacturing sites. You'll work closely with leaders to implement CI methodologies, ensuring safety and quality while driving cost improvements. With opportunities for professional development and a collaborative work environment, your contributions will make a significant impact in a diverse and inclusive culture. If you're passionate about operational excellence and ready to take your career to the next level, this role is for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Access to learning resources

Qualifications

• Fluent in English with a strong manufacturing background.
• Proven track record in operational improvement and project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage site-specific CI activities to meet productivity targets.
• Lead a team of Central CI Engineers across EU regions.
• Facilitate Kaizen activities for flawless execution.

Skills

Fluent in English

Manufacturing experience

Operational improvement

Project management certification

Lean Manufacturing

Lean Six Sigma certification

Willingness to travel

Job description

Role: Senior Engineer, Central Continuous Improvement

Location: Remote, Europe (flexible on country of residence within EU)

Employment: Permanent

Join our team to make a difference and accelerate your success. We are a diverse, high-performing global company working with renowned brands like DEWALT, BLACK+DECKER, and STANLEY. Stanley Black & Decker is transforming its global supply chain with a focus on Continuous Improvement (CI) across manufacturing sites. The Central CI team will work closely with manufacturing leaders to deliver safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity improvements.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage site-specific CI activities to ensure productivity plans (Kaizen Schedules) meet/exceed YoY targets.
2. Lead and develop a team of Central CI Engineers within EU regions.
3. Support identification of productivity opportunities and facilitate Kaizen activities for flawless execution.

Qualifications:

• Fluent in English (verbal and written).
• Manufacturing experience including production, maintenance, quality, and related functions.
• Proven track record of operational improvement.
• Project management certification (PMP, Agile, etc.) preferred.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and CI methodologies.
• Lean Six Sigma or similar certification.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%, domestically and internationally.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development across our global brands.
• Collaborative, inclusive work environment.

Why Join Us:

• Grow your skills and advance your career.
• Access to extensive learning resources including Lean Academy and online courses.
• Be part of a respectful, diverse, and purpose-driven culture.
• Contribute to positive societal and environmental impact through sustainable practices and volunteerism.