Continuous Improvement Engineer

Chorley

£40,000

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Are you passionate about process improvement and driving real change in a business that supports healthcare outcomes and environmental sustainability?

A well-established and growing UK manufacturer of essential healthcare and hygiene products is seeking an ambitious and skilled Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer to join its Group Operations team. This is more than just another engineering role. this is your chance to influence the future of a mission-driven business with a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability.

What You'll Do

As the CI Engineer, you'll be central to the transformation of manufacturing operations across multiple sites. From evaluating current production processes to leading hands-on Kaizen events, you'll drive measurable improvements that reduce waste, increase efficiency, and strengthen supply chain resilience.

You will:

• Lead and execute Lean Six Sigma improvement projects across manufacturing and warehouse operations.
• Drive waste reduction, standardisation, and process optimisation activities using tools like 5S, SMED, VSM, TPM, and root cause analysis.
• Support new product and process introductions with trials, validations, and documentation.
• Develop SOPs and Work Instructions to ensure best practice is sustained.
• Coach and train teams in CI methods and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Monitor KPIs, lead gap-closing initiatives, and contribute to strategic CI planning.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to reimagine layouts and improve workflow, material movement, and visual management.

This is a varied and high-impact role with visibility across the entire organisation and tangible influence on future business performance.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• A bachelor's degree in industrial, Manufacturing, or Process Engineering (or similar)
• Solid experience in a manufacturing/production-based CI or process improvement role
• Strong knowledge of Lean methodologies (Kaizen, 5S, VSM, Root Cause Analysis, Kanban, SMED)
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and confident data interpretation
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to drive change through coaching and influence
• Hands-on problem-solving attitude with a bias for action and results

Desirable:

• Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher)
• Experience in regulated environments (medical, healthcare, or FMCG manufacturing)
• Strong Excel skills and comfort with manufacturing software/tools

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a purpose-led organisation that puts people, sustainability, and innovation first
• Play a key role in shaping long-term operational strategy and excellence
• Join a forward-thinking team where your voice, ideas, and expertise truly matter
• Access personal and professional development opportunities in a collaborative environment
• Competitive salary, generous benefits package, and opportunities for growth

This is a rare opportunity to leave your mark on a business that plays a critical role in protecting lives and advancing sustainability. If you're ready to lead change, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to start your next chapter in continuous improvement.

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Our commitment:

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.