Ashby Finance
Continuous Improvement Engineer
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Position: Continuous Improvement Engineer
Salary: £43,000 DOE
Location: Oldbury
Permanent
Role Summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Continuous Improvement Engineer to join a leading manufacturing organisation who specialise in working across a variety of sectors including automotive, defence, medical, and consumer goods. You play a key role in driving operational excellence, implementing lean manufacturing principles, improving workplace organisation, and supporting employee development across the production environment.
Role & Responsibilities Of The Continuous Improvement Engineer
- Work alongside the Operations Manager and Team Leaders to implement and develop a 5S programme, reducing waste and maintaining a safe, organised, and efficient workplace.
- Ensure Risk Assessments are established, maintained, and regularly reviewed across all operational processes.
- Support Health & Safety initiatives and promote a proactive safety culture throughout the business.
- Deliver operator training and contribute to employee development programmes in collaboration with production and technical teams.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and lead process improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency.
- Support the achievement of production targets through effective problem-solving and process optimisation.
- Work cross-functionally with operational teams to drive sustainable improvements and best practice.
- Provide lean methodologies and continuous improvement principles throughout the business.
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Requirements Of The Continuous Improvement Engineer
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- 3 - 5 years' experience in a similar engineering or continuous improvement role.
- Experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong understanding of process improvement methodologies.
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma accreditation would be advantageous.
- Ability to deliver training and support workforce development initiatives.
- Previous experience implementing 5S activities and driving operational improvements is desirable.
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