Continuous Improvement Engineer
2 months ago
Luton
Continuous Improvement EngineerLocation: Near Luton (Bedfordshire) Salary: Up to £55,000 + Annual Bonus + Benefits Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (On-site) Company: Global Engineering & Manufacturing Leader Why this Continuous Improvement Engineer role? Join a world-class manufacturing environment and take ownership of continuous improvement across machining, welding & fabrication, and assembly operations. You'll eliminate waste, reduce cycle time, and lift OEE using structured Lean and Six Sigma methods. What you'll do as Continuous Improvement Engineer Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives using Kaizen, SMED, Six Sigma, 5S, 8D, and Value Stream Mapping Develop, optimise, and standardise manufacturing processes across machining (CNC, turning, milling), welding/fabrication, and mechanical assembly Implement robust process controls and error‑proofing (Poka‑Yoke) with clear work standards and visual management Support NPI from concept through to volume launch and ramp‑up (DFM/DFA, build sequencing, SOPs) Specify, commission, and validate equipment, tooling, fixtures, and test systems Drive cost reduction via process optimisation and value engineering Prepare CapEx business cases (technical justification, ROI/NPV, payback, CBA) Contribute to capital investment planning and execution with cross-functional teams What you'll bring as Continuous Improvement Engineer Must-haves HND/Degree i...