Full job descriptionContinuous Improvement Lead
Mansfield
Up to £45,000

SF Engineering are looking for an experienced Continuous Improvement Lead to drive operational excellence across our established manufacturing client’s 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

Essential Requirements
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum)
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
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis
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