Continuous Improvement Engineer

Progressive Recruitment

Full-time architecture-and-engineering
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Location
Stopsley, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
Posted
June 11, 2026

Job Description

Continuous Improvement Engineer
Location: 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 c...