Continuous Improvement Engineer
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Hours: Monday–Thursday 7:30am–4:00pm, Friday early finish
£competitive + benefits
Contact: Emily or Sammy, Pearson Whiffin Recruitment
We’re working with a highly regarded and expanding manufacturing business in Kent that plays a key role within a complex, precision-led industry. They are looking to appoint a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive real, measurable change across operations.
This is a genuinely impactful role where you’ll have the autonomy to influence how things are done, working closely with leadership and shop-floor teams to embed best practice and improve performance across the board.
The Role
You’ll take ownership of continuous improvement activity across the site, championing lean methodologies and driving a culture of operational excellence.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Leading CI and Lean initiatives across multiple departments
2. Facilitating Kaizen activities and value stream mapping
3. Driving root cause analysis using structured problem-solving tools
4. Implementing and sustaining 5S, standard work, and visual management
5. Analysing data, tracking KPIs and identifying improvement opportunities
6. Working closely with engineering, quality and operations teams
7. Supporting hands-on improvements on the shop floor
8. Embedding a proactive, solutions-focused culture
About You
We’re looking for someone who can influence, engage and deliver change, not just talk about it.
You will ideally have:
9. Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
10. Strong knowledge of Lean / Continuous Improvement methodologies
11. Experience using tools such as 5 Why, 8D, DMAIC or Six Sigma
12. Confidence working cross-functionally and engaging with shop-floor teams
13. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions
14. A hands-on, pragmatic approach to problem solving
A formal Lean qualification (Green Belt/Black Belt) would be advantageous but not essential.
Why Apply?
15. Opportunity to make a real impact in a business investing in improvement
16. Strong backing from a wider, well-established group
17. Collaborative, team-focused culture
18. Clear opportunities for career progression and development