This role is available full-time for 37 hours per week /Flexible or compressed working patterns available.

This role is based in the office.

Working within our advanced manufacturing facility, you will use your existing skills and experience across a variety of departments with teams of engineers, all working on projects critical to protecting national security.  

As the Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer, you’ll be responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality within our manufacturing operations. 

You’ll use your communication skills to influence senior management on CI priorities and performance, providing guidance and recommendations. Additionally, you’ll use your expert knowledge and experience to coach managers and teams to develop their understanding of CI methodologies, enabling them to implement improvement initiatives. 

More About You

To apply for this role, you will already have:

• Proven experience in a continuous improvement role within a manufacturing environment e.g. food, electronics, machining or automotive.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you also have:

• Experience training and mentoring others.
• Ability to analyse manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Experience of working in a low volume high mix manufacturing environment.
• Experience of reporting the effectiveness of implemented changes. 

Your Personal Skills

You will be someone who:

• Is proactive and innovative, seeking new ways of working.
• Is a strong communicator, you can convey ideas and changes to team members at all levels.
• Enjoys being part of a team.  Collaborating with others to make improvements.
• Can go with the flow.  Change is a big part of our organisation.  You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management.

Putting your skills to use

Using your diverse range of skills, you will:

• Analyse current manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize production workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to streamline operations.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of implemented changes.
• Train and mentor staff on best practices and new processes.

What we Offer

Now that we’ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here’s what we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years’ service.
• 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave.
• 2 ½ additional days leave (set dates through the year).
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.  Your salary is for your contracted hours.  If you work more, we believe you should be rewarded for that.
• Training.  Lots and lots of training.  This can be anything from a ½ day internal course to a distant learning degree.  If it’s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you.
• Pension.  Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It’s competitive.
• Sports & Social Society.  Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you.
• On site nursery (subject to availability).
• 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice.
• Free parking.
• Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day.
• Relocation Loan*.
•  Affinity Groups – whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an ethnic minority.  We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone.

About HMGCC

We are HMGCC, the engineering specialists at the heart of the UK’s national security.

We work with the national security community, UK government, academia, private sector partners and international allies to bring engineering ingenuity to the national security mission, creating tools and technologies that drive us ahead and help to protect the nation.

We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. To find out more about us and if we’re right for you, please visit our website.
 
Equal Opportunities

Inclusion and diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences.

HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse.

We’re not looking for any one type of person. We’re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. 

We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website.

Apply now

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Our recruitment team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response.

Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.  

*If you are relocating to the area and renting a property then we can offer an interest free relocation loan of up to £2,500, which is to be repaid in instalments over a period of 24 months.