Senior Engineer, Continuous Improvement

Sterling Kohler; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Senior Engineer, Continuous Improvement to lead operational excellence initiatives. This role involves applying lean methodologies and data-driven analysis to improve quality and efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in manufacturing engineering and proven experience in continuous improvement. Join us to make a significant impact at our Hull site, with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.

Benefits

Onsite parking

Company bonus

Generous pension

Access to new benefits platform

Qualifications

• Strong background in Manufacturing Engineering and Continuous Improvement.
• Experience gained through apprenticeship or higher education (e.g., HNC, degree, or master’s in a relevant discipline).
• High level of health and safety understanding and capability.

Responsibilities

• Own the Continuous Improvement yearly roadmap for the Hull site, effectively project managing various initiatives and project leaders.
• Lead and support CI projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and Value Engineering tools.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and problem-solving sessions to address process inefficiencies and quality issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable improvements in manufacturing, assembly, and testing.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to CI plans and delivery.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through process optimisation and waste elimination.
• Provide technical support and coaching to production teams to embed a culture of continuous improvement.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success.

Job description

Overview

Senior Engineer, Continuous Improvement – Onsite at Hull. Salary up to £45k subject to skills and experience, plus excellent benefits including onsite parking, company bonus, generous pension, and access to our new benefits platform.

Kohler Mira is a successful multi-brand organisation that has grown significantly over 100 years and is innovatively leading the way in showering technology. Our UK brands include Mira Showers, Rada, and Recoup Waste Water Heat Recovery. Our Hull manufacturing site produces shower trays and wall panels for customers across the UK and Europe.

With our family-owned parent company Kohler Co. based in WI USA, employing over 30,000 associates worldwide, Kohler is a global leader in kitchen and bath products and operator of hospitality and golf resorts. It’s a great time to join this organisation.

Job Summary

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will lead and support initiatives that drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes. You will apply lean methodologies, data-driven analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and improve quality, cost, and delivery performance.

This role requires a proactive mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to influence change across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the Continuous Improvement yearly roadmap for the Hull site, effectively project managing various initiatives and project leaders.
• Lead and support CI projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and Value Engineering tools.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and problem-solving sessions to address process inefficiencies and quality issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable improvements in manufacturing, assembly, and testing.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to CI plans and delivery.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through process optimisation and waste elimination.
• Provide technical support and coaching to production teams to embed a culture of continuous improvement.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills/Requirements

Required

• Excellent interpersonal skills: effective communicator, able to engage, motivate and energise at all levels of the organization
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Ability to approach problems holistically, logically & methodically
• Takes ownership and drives tasks independently
• Fosters a positive and collaborative environment
• Upholds high professional standards
• Committed to honesty and transparency
• Proven ability to manage competing demands
• Highly effective at managing time and resources

Desirable

• Knowledge of vacuum/thermoforming, machining, and non-ferrous casting processes.
• Experience with SCADA and other manufacturing systems.
• Formal lean training (e.g., Six Sigma).
• Strong capability with Microsoft Office, ERP systems (preferably SAP), and tools such as Power Automate and Power BI

Experience

Required

• Strong background in Manufacturing Engineering and Continuous Improvement.
• Experience gained through apprenticeship or higher education (e.g., HNC, degree, or master’s in a relevant discipline).
• High level of health and safety understanding and capability.

Travel Requirements

The role will be predominantly based at our Hull site but will require occasional travel to our other UK sites and very occasional international travel.

We can offer you a lot in return

We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. We are committed to creating better tomorrows and driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us

Kohler Mira Ltd. is made up of three market-leading brands in the UK: Mira Showers, Rada Controls, and Recoup. Our brands differ in market position but are equal in commitment to design, innovation, and quality. Kohler Mira is committed to diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunities employer, it is Kohler Mira’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified people in all job classifications without prejudice. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail].