Continuous Improvement Process Engineer

Permanent Position - Continuous Improvement Process Engineer

Full-Time Day Shifts

Location: Redditch

Salary: £50,000pa

We are working with an established engineering business in Redditch, who are now looking to recruit a new position as a Continuous Improvement Process Engineer.

Job Summary

The Continuous Improvement Process Engineer is responsible for identifying, analysing, and implementing process improvements that enhance operational efficiency, product quality, safety, and cost performance. Using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies, this role works cross-functionally to eliminate waste, optimise workflows, and support a culture of operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Map and define the contract review process
• Produce monthly reports to the senior management team of current projects, their progress, and the next projects on the horizon.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and risk-based thinking
• Analyse production data, process performance, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support internal and external audits by ensuring processes are documented, implemented, and effective.
• Facilitate Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Root Cause Analysis activities.
• Monitor process performance using KPIs.
• Design and implement process improvements that increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Ensure change management processes are followed, including risk assessment and validation of changes.
• Assist in maintaining documented information and change control within the QMS.
• Liaise with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and engineering teams to implement sustainable improvements.
• Improvement of process capability, efficiency, and cost control.
• Monitor project performance and validate improvements through measurable results.
• Reduction in non-conformance and repeat issues.
• Participate in internal audits and support compliance with quality management systems.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in process improvement within manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles.
• Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher desirable).
• Experience in regulated or aerospace environments is advantageous.
• Root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA).
• Process mapping and documentation tools (Visio or equivalent).
• Understanding of ERP systems (e.g. SAP).
• Knowledge of quality tools including SPC and KPI monitoring.

Working Conditions

• Primarily based in a manufacturing environment.
• Regular time spent on the shop floor observing processes and supporting improvement activities.
• Occasional travel to supplier or customer sites may be required.
• Flexibility to support operational requirements when implementing improvement projects.

We need a self-starter, who can be focused and work on their own initiative.

In return the CIPE can expect to receive an attractive salary and benefits package, work for a forward-thinking employer, who values their employees, funding social events including 5-a-side football weekly, amongst others.

If you have the relevant skills, qualifications and experience required for the Continuous Improvement Process Engineer role, please send your CV in the first instance to: (url removed).

Sirius Recruitment are working as a recruitment agency in the recruitment of this role.