Continuous Improvement Engineer
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Hours: Monday Thursday 7:30am 4:00pm, Friday early finish
GBP 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:
Leading CI and Lean initiatives across multiple departments Facilitating Kaizen activities and value stream mapping Driving root cause analysis using structured problem:solving tools Implementing and sustaining 5S, standard work, and visual management Analysing data, tracking KPIs and identifying improvement opportunities Working closely with engineering, quality and operations teams Supporting hands:on improvements on the shop floor 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:
Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment Strong knowledge of Lean / Continuous Improvement methodologies Experience using tools such as 5 Why, 8D, DMAIC or Six Sigma Confidence working cross:functionally and engaging with shop:floor teams Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions A hands:on, pragmatic approach to problem solving
A formal Lean qualification (Green Belt/Black Belt) would be advantageous but not essential.
Why Apply?
Opportunity to make a real impact in a business investing in improvement Strong backing from a wider, well:established group Collaborative, team:focused culture Clear opportunities for career progression and development