At Highland Spring , we are dedicated to producing the highest quality products while continuously striving for efficiency and sustainability.
As we expand our operations, we are seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer on an initial 6 month contract who will lead initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, capacity, and quality, driving us toward a zero-defect culture.
What you will do: Lead Improvement Projects: Lead continuous improvement projects focused on enhancing manufacturing efficiency, capacity, and product quality using the Six Sigma RDMAIC approach.
KPI Improvement: Focus on improving the Right First Time and OEE KPIs and work toward a zero-defect culture by defining and enhancing process capabilities.
Lean Manufacturing: Champion the HSG 6 Pillars Lean Manufacturing system and work with the operations team to implement lean manufacturing techniques, identifying and eliminating waste throughout the production system.
Efficiency Optimization: Analyse and plan workflow, space requirements, equipment layout, and logistics to enhance efficiency.
Determine optimal process settings, create SOPs and technical standards and train those the operations teams with them.
Systems Integration: Devise efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, information, and energy for optimal production.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships across production, engineering and technical (quality) teams, ensuring clear communication and feedback.
New Technologies: Help plan and implement new equipment and technologies to boost operational efficiency.
Innovation: Continuously seek new and innovative ideas to drive operational excellence across the organisation.
Participation: Work alongside production line managers to determine training needs and support skills assessments with objective analysis.
What we are looking for: Proven Experience: Demonstrable experience in process, industrial, or continuous improvement engineering.
LEAN Expertise: Strong knowledge of LEAN principles and other manufacturing theories.
Problem-Solving: Experience using Root Cause Analysis, RDMAIC, or similar techniques to resolve issues.
Self-motivation: Proactive and self-driven, able to prioritise tasks and balance short-term challenges with long-term projects.
Project Management: Solid project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage resources effectively.
Technical Knowledge: Excellent understanding of engineering principles, coupled with a hands-on, practical approach.
Communication: Strong communication skills and the ability to develop and train others on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and best practices.
Team Player: Ability to work independently or as part of a team, unsupervised when necessary.
Health & Safety: Knowledge of Health and Safety law and best practices.
Training Expertise: Familiarity with best practice training methods (such as TWI) and experience in writing and delivering training materials.
Stakeholder Management: Experience in managing stakeholder relationships to ensure smooth operations and alignment.
If you could be our next Continuous Improvement Engineer, please apply today!