Continuous Improvement Lead
Posted on May 18, 2026 by CV-Library
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£40k - £45k Annual
Full-Time
Job title:
Continuous Improvement Lead
Job location:
Mansfield
Rate:
£45,000
Duration:
Permanent
Benefits:
Flexible Working
33 Days Holiday (increasing with service)
Career Development & Company Sponsored Training Courses
Free On-site Parking
Holiday Trading
Client Summary:
A well-known, leading manufacturer for the Rail/ Rolling Stock Industry. With over 100 years in operation.
Role Summary:
Experienced Continuous Improvement Lead responsible for drive operational excellence across the production team. You will support teams, improve performance, ensure compliance with health and safety standards and lead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable results
Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and support production teams across multiple workstations
* Monitor performance, operational standards, and production output against plan
* Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across productivity, quality, waste, and processes
* Troubleshoot machinery, material, and operational issues
* Ensure all machinery and equipment are maintained and operating effectively
* Promote and enforce health & safety procedures, including pre-start checks and near-miss reporting
* Deliver health & safety and operational training to production teams
* Act as designated Fire Officer for assigned areas
* Support production and operational planning alongside senior management
* Monitor absence levels and maintain accurate records
* Maintain clear communication between management and production teams
* Analyse operational KPIs and performance data to identify improvement opportunities
Requirements:
* 5+ years' Continuous Improvement / Operational Improvement experience
* Manufacturing or production environment background
* Proven track record delivering measurable operational improvements
* Strong understanding of operational processes and CI methodologies
* Ability to influence teams and drive positive cultural change
* Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and organisational skills
* Comfortable balancing strategic projects with hands-on shop floor involvement
* Resilient, pragmatic, and proactive approach
Qualifications:
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum)
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis
Contact Information: James Bell
Email: (url removed)
Continuous Improvement Lead
Job location:
Mansfield
Rate:
£45,000
Duration:
Permanent
Benefits:
Flexible Working
33 Days Holiday (increasing with service)
Career Development & Company Sponsored Training Courses
Free On-site Parking
Holiday Trading
Client Summary:
A well-known, leading manufacturer for the Rail/ Rolling Stock Industry. With over 100 years in operation.
Role Summary:
Experienced Continuous Improvement Lead responsible for drive operational excellence across the production team. You will support teams, improve performance, ensure compliance with health and safety standards and lead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable results
Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and support production teams across multiple workstations
* Monitor performance, operational standards, and production output against plan
* Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across productivity, quality, waste, and processes
* Troubleshoot machinery, material, and operational issues
* Ensure all machinery and equipment are maintained and operating effectively
* Promote and enforce health & safety procedures, including pre-start checks and near-miss reporting
* Deliver health & safety and operational training to production teams
* Act as designated Fire Officer for assigned areas
* Support production and operational planning alongside senior management
* Monitor absence levels and maintain accurate records
* Maintain clear communication between management and production teams
* Analyse operational KPIs and performance data to identify improvement opportunities
Requirements:
* 5+ years' Continuous Improvement / Operational Improvement experience
* Manufacturing or production environment background
* Proven track record delivering measurable operational improvements
* Strong understanding of operational processes and CI methodologies
* Ability to influence teams and drive positive cultural change
* Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and organisational skills
* Comfortable balancing strategic projects with hands-on shop floor involvement
* Resilient, pragmatic, and proactive approach
Qualifications:
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum)
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis
Contact Information: James Bell
Email: (url removed)
Reference: 225123289
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Continuous Improvement Lead
Posted on May 18, 2026 by CV-Library
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£40k - £45k Annual
Full-Time
Job title:
Continuous Improvement Lead
Job location:
Mansfield
Rate:
£45,000
Duration:
Permanent
Benefits:
Flexible Working
33 Days Holiday (increasing with service)
Career Development & Company Sponsored Training Courses
Free On-site Parking
Holiday Trading
Client Summary:
A well-known, leading manufacturer for the Rail/ Rolling Stock Industry. With over 100 years in operation.
Role Summary:
Experienced Continuous Improvement Lead responsible for drive operational excellence across the production team. You will support teams, improve performance, ensure compliance with health and safety standards and lead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable results
Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and support production teams across multiple workstations
* Monitor performance, operational standards, and production output against plan
* Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across productivity, quality, waste, and processes
* Troubleshoot machinery, material, and operational issues
* Ensure all machinery and equipment are maintained and operating effectively
* Promote and enforce health & safety procedures, including pre-start checks and near-miss reporting
* Deliver health & safety and operational training to production teams
* Act as designated Fire Officer for assigned areas
* Support production and operational planning alongside senior management
* Monitor absence levels and maintain accurate records
* Maintain clear communication between management and production teams
* Analyse operational KPIs and performance data to identify improvement opportunities
Requirements:
* 5+ years' Continuous Improvement / Operational Improvement experience
* Manufacturing or production environment background
* Proven track record delivering measurable operational improvements
* Strong understanding of operational processes and CI methodologies
* Ability to influence teams and drive positive cultural change
* Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and organisational skills
* Comfortable balancing strategic projects with hands-on shop floor involvement
* Resilient, pragmatic, and proactive approach
Qualifications:
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum)
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis
Contact Information: James Bell
Email: (url removed)
Continuous Improvement Lead
Job location:
Mansfield
Rate:
£45,000
Duration:
Permanent
Benefits:
Flexible Working
33 Days Holiday (increasing with service)
Career Development & Company Sponsored Training Courses
Free On-site Parking
Holiday Trading
Client Summary:
A well-known, leading manufacturer for the Rail/ Rolling Stock Industry. With over 100 years in operation.
Role Summary:
Experienced Continuous Improvement Lead responsible for drive operational excellence across the production team. You will support teams, improve performance, ensure compliance with health and safety standards and lead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable results
Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and support production teams across multiple workstations
* Monitor performance, operational standards, and production output against plan
* Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across productivity, quality, waste, and processes
* Troubleshoot machinery, material, and operational issues
* Ensure all machinery and equipment are maintained and operating effectively
* Promote and enforce health & safety procedures, including pre-start checks and near-miss reporting
* Deliver health & safety and operational training to production teams
* Act as designated Fire Officer for assigned areas
* Support production and operational planning alongside senior management
* Monitor absence levels and maintain accurate records
* Maintain clear communication between management and production teams
* Analyse operational KPIs and performance data to identify improvement opportunities
Requirements:
* 5+ years' Continuous Improvement / Operational Improvement experience
* Manufacturing or production environment background
* Proven track record delivering measurable operational improvements
* Strong understanding of operational processes and CI methodologies
* Ability to influence teams and drive positive cultural change
* Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and organisational skills
* Comfortable balancing strategic projects with hands-on shop floor involvement
* Resilient, pragmatic, and proactive approach
Qualifications:
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum)
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis
Contact Information: James Bell
Email: (url removed)
Reference: 225123289
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