341 Continuous Improvement Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

As Continuous Improvement Manager, you'll own the CI strategy on site, drive measurable performance improvements, and embed lean culture across all levels of the business.

Client Details

A dynamic, international manufacturing organisation with ambitious growth and transformation plans. With strong backing and a clear vision, they're investing heavily in people, processes, and culture to take performance to the next level.

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the site's CI strategy.

• Identify efficiency opportunities and deliver action plans.

• Lead and mentor a small CI team.

• Embed lean practices across departments, including at senior management level.

• Deliver workshops (5S, SMED, JAT etc.) and track OEE progress.

• Oversee performance monitoring tools and software.

Profile

• 5+ years' CI experience in FMCG or fast paced manufacturing environment.

• Deep lean expertise (Kaizen training desirable).

• Strong project management skills with proven results delivery.

• Comfortable shifting from strategy setting to hands-on shop floor activity.

• Strong communicator, coach, and cultural change agent.

• Highly driven, resilient, and results-focused.

Job Offer

Excellent salary and package

Continuous Improvement Manager
Wakefield
45,000 + benefits

Overview:
Our client is an innovative, dynamic business who provide end-to-end supply chain solutions, partnering with major multiple grocery retailers to deliver excellence across every stage of the value chain.

They are now seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to join their team in Wakefield at one of our flagship automated production sites. In this role, you will be at the heart of driving operational efficiency, identifying opportunities to optimise processes, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver site-wide continuous improvement projects to enhance operational performance and efficiency.
• Analyse processes, systems, and performance data to identify improvement opportunities in productivity, cost reduction, and service delivery.
• Perform costs studies, economic comparisons and justification analyses
• Optimise the use of floor space, materials, personnel and equipment.
• Drive a culture of problem-solving, innovation, and accountability through effective coaching and training.
• Monitor and report on project outcomes, ensuring measurable benefits are achieved and sustained.
• Act as a change agent, championing Lean, Six Sigma, and other improvement methodologies.
• Maintain site drawings used for site design improvements and operation flow mapping.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience in a continuous improvement, industrial engineering or operational excellence role within a fast-paced manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable solutions.
• Experience in automated production environments.
• Product costing knowledge and an ability to identify opportunities for cost reductions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage teams at all levels.
• Qualification in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Results-driven, with a hands-on approach and a passion for delivering lasting improvements.

Processing Your Data

Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so.

Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations.

All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.

Continuous Improvement Manager
Milton Keynes
45,000 + benefits

Overview:
Our client is an innovative, dynamic business who provide end-to-end supply chain solutions, partnering with major multiple grocery retailers to deliver excellence across every stage of the value chain.

They are now seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to join their team in Milton Keynes at one of our flagship automated production sites. In this role, you will be at the heart of driving operational efficiency, identifying opportunities to optimise processes, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver site-wide continuous improvement projects to enhance operational performance and efficiency.
• Analyse processes, systems, and performance data to identify improvement opportunities in productivity, cost reduction, and service delivery.
• Perform costs studies, economic comparisons and justification analyses
• Optimise the use of floor space, materials, personnel and equipment.
• Drive a culture of problem-solving, innovation, and accountability through effective coaching and training.
• Monitor and report on project outcomes, ensuring measurable benefits are achieved and sustained.
• Act as a change agent, championing Lean, Six Sigma, and other improvement methodologies.
• Maintain site drawings used for site design improvements and operation flow mapping.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience in a continuous improvement, industrial engineering or operational excellence role within a fast-paced manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable solutions.
• Experience in automated production environments.
• Product costing knowledge and an ability to identify opportunities for cost reductions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage teams at all levels.
• Qualification in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Results-driven, with a hands-on approach and a passion for delivering lasting improvements.

Processing Your Data

Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so.

Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations.

All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.

Continuous Improvement Manager
Coventry
45,000 + benefits

Overview:
Our client is an innovative, dynamic business who provide end-to-end supply chain solutions, partnering with major multiple grocery retailers to deliver excellence across every stage of the value chain.

They are now seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to join their team in Coventry at one of our flagship automated production sites. In this role, you will be at the heart of driving operational efficiency, identifying opportunities to optimise processes, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver site-wide continuous improvement projects to enhance operational performance and efficiency.
• Analyse processes, systems, and performance data to identify improvement opportunities in productivity, cost reduction, and service delivery.
• Perform costs studies, economic comparisons and justification analyses
• Optimise the use of floor space, materials, personnel and equipment.
• Drive a culture of problem-solving, innovation, and accountability through effective coaching and training.
• Monitor and report on project outcomes, ensuring measurable benefits are achieved and sustained.
• Act as a change agent, championing Lean, Six Sigma, and other improvement methodologies.
• Maintain site drawings used for site design improvements and operation flow mapping.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience in a continuous improvement, industrial engineering or operational excellence role within a fast-paced manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable solutions.
• Experience in automated production environments.
• Product costing knowledge and an ability to identify opportunities for cost reductions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage teams at all levels.
• Qualification in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Results-driven, with a hands-on approach and a passion for delivering lasting improvements.

Processing Your Data

Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so.

Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations.

All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.

Are you a hands-on manufacturing professional who thrives in the thick of operations? Do you see waste, inefficiencies, and untapped potential where others see routine? If you’re not interested in theory or textbooks—but real, on-the-ground results—this could be the perfect role for you.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a highly operational Continuous Improvement Manager to join our clients fast-paced, multi-site manufacturing business. This role isn’t about sitting in a conference room building PowerPoints.  It’s about being out on the shop floor—watching, questioning, understanding, and driving real change.

You’ll travel frequently across their sites, including Europe, embedding yourself within the operations, identifying opportunities, removing bottlenecks, and improving processes with real impact. Your experience, energy, and judgement will be your most powerful tools.

Above all, safety is non-negotiable —you’ll play a key role in ensuring that all improvement initiatives are fully aligned with robust health and safety standards and that operational excellence never comes at the expense of people’s wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spending significant time on the shop floor, engaging directly with production teams, supervisors, and engineers
li>Identify areas of waste, inefficiency, and opportunity for improvement through direct observation and hands-on involvement
• Lead and support CI projects across multiple sites with a strong focus on actionable results
• Work with site leadership to implement and embed sustainable process improvements
• Champion a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement at all levels of the organisation
• Travel frequently including to Europe to support and standardise best practices across sites

What We’re Looking For:

< i>A proven background in hands-on manufacturing operations —you know what good looks like because you’ve built it yourself
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving, high-pressure production environment
• A doer, a fixer, a change-maker—not a theorist
< i>Experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently across Europe (essential)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and challenge constructively as well as galvanising the workforce to want to do things better.

Why Join?

• Join a growing international business committed to operational excellence
• Make a direct and tangible impact across our European manufacturing footprint
• Work alongside skilled professionals who are serious about performance and quality
• Be part of a company that values action, accountability, and progress

Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference?
Apply now and bring your expertise to where it matters most—on the ground, in action, making change happen. Salary on the position is circa £60k. You can apply via the link below or give me, Ali a call on (phone number removed).

Good Luck

As CI Manager, you'll be the go-to expert for improvement strategy, tools, and delivery. You'll work across functions to identify opportunities, lead cross-functional projects, and coach teams to adopt best practices that elevate performance, safety, and quality

Client Details

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving operational excellence? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything you do?

A leading UK food manufacturer is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to partner with site leaders and operational teams across multiple locations. This is a high-impact role where you'll lead transformation projects, coach teams, and embed a culture of improvement that delivers measurable results

Description

Strategic Leadership & Collaboration

• Partner with site leaders to deliver the Manufacturing Excellence roadmap
• Build strong relationships across departments and functions
• Champion a values-led culture with people at the heart of every decision

Operational Excellence

• Lead CI maturity assessments and develop multi-year improvement roadmaps
• Analyse performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities
• Drive improvements in labour efficiency, line balancing, and tiered meeting structures

Project Delivery

• Scope and lead CI projects using advanced problem-solving and process mapping
• Manage stakeholder engagement, resources, and risk to ensure successful outcomes
• Embed sustainable change through structured coaching and control systems

Coaching & Capability Building

• Train and mentor teams in CI tools and techniques
• Use recognised coaching models to support behavioural change and ownership
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and development

Data & Analysis

• Apply statistical models and root cause analysis to drive data-led decisions
• Build dashboards and reporting tools to track performance and impact

People Management

• Lead and develop high-performing teams
• Support wellbeing, engagement, and succession planning
• Address ER issues and performance challenges with fairness and clarity

Profile

• Proven experience in food manufacturing
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent
• Strong data analysis and project management skills
• Excellent communication and coaching abilities
• Functional skills in Maths and English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CI software tools

Job Offer

• A competitive salary range, dependent on experience
• A permanent role with opportunities for professional growth
• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• Comprehensive training and development programmes
• The chance to lead impactful projects and make a meaningful difference

As Continuous Improvement Manager, you'll own the CI strategy on site, drive measurable performance improvements, and embed lean culture across all levels of the business.

Client Details

A dynamic, international manufacturing organisation with ambitious growth and transformation plans. With strong backing and a clear vision, they're investing heavily in people, processes, and culture to take performance to the next level.

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the site's CI strategy.

• Identify efficiency opportunities and deliver action plans.

• Lead and mentor a small CI team.

• Embed lean practices across departments, including at senior management level.

• Deliver workshops (5S, SMED, JAT etc.) and track OEE progress.

• Oversee performance monitoring tools and software.

Profile

• 5+ years' CI experience in FMCG or fast paced manufacturing environment.

• Deep lean expertise (Kaizen training desirable).

• Strong project management skills with proven results delivery.

• Comfortable shifting from strategy setting to hands-on shop floor activity.

• Strong communicator, coach, and cultural change agent.

• Highly driven, resilient, and results-focused.

Job Offer

Excellent salary and package

Continuous Improvement Manager
Wakefield
45,000 + benefits

Overview:
Our client is an innovative, dynamic business who provide end-to-end supply chain solutions, partnering with major multiple grocery retailers to deliver excellence across every stage of the value chain.

They are now seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to join their team in Wakefield at one of our flagship automated production sites. In this role, you will be at the heart of driving operational efficiency, identifying opportunities to optimise processes, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver site-wide continuous improvement projects to enhance operational performance and efficiency.
• Analyse processes, systems, and performance data to identify improvement opportunities in productivity, cost reduction, and service delivery.
• Perform costs studies, economic comparisons and justification analyses
• Optimise the use of floor space, materials, personnel and equipment.
• Drive a culture of problem-solving, innovation, and accountability through effective coaching and training.
• Monitor and report on project outcomes, ensuring measurable benefits are achieved and sustained.
• Act as a change agent, championing Lean, Six Sigma, and other improvement methodologies.
• Maintain site drawings used for site design improvements and operation flow mapping.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience in a continuous improvement, industrial engineering or operational excellence role within a fast-paced manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable solutions.
• Experience in automated production environments.
• Product costing knowledge and an ability to identify opportunities for cost reductions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage teams at all levels.
• Qualification in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Results-driven, with a hands-on approach and a passion for delivering lasting improvements.

Processing Your Data

Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so.

Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations.

All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.

Are you a hands-on manufacturing professional who thrives in the thick of operations? Do you see waste, inefficiencies, and untapped potential where others see routine? If you’re not interested in theory or textbooks—but real, on-the-ground results—this could be the perfect role for you.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a highly operational Continuous Improvement Manager to join our clients fast-paced, multi-site manufacturing business. This role isn’t about sitting in a conference room building PowerPoints.  It’s about being out on the shop floor—watching, questioning, understanding, and driving real change.

You’ll travel frequently across their sites, including Europe, embedding yourself within the operations, identifying opportunities, removing bottlenecks, and improving processes with real impact. Your experience, energy, and judgement will be your most powerful tools.

Above all, safety is non-negotiable —you’ll play a key role in ensuring that all improvement initiatives are fully aligned with robust health and safety standards and that operational excellence never comes at the expense of people’s wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spending significant time on the shop floor, engaging directly with production teams, supervisors, and engineers
li>Identify areas of waste, inefficiency, and opportunity for improvement through direct observation and hands-on involvement
• Lead and support CI projects across multiple sites with a strong focus on actionable results
• Work with site leadership to implement and embed sustainable process improvements
• Champion a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement at all levels of the organisation
• Travel frequently including to Europe to support and standardise best practices across sites

What We’re Looking For:

< i>A proven background in hands-on manufacturing operations —you know what good looks like because you’ve built it yourself
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving, high-pressure production environment
• A doer, a fixer, a change-maker—not a theorist
< i>Experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently across Europe (essential)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and challenge constructively as well as galvanising the workforce to want to do things better.

Why Join?

• Join a growing international business committed to operational excellence
• Make a direct and tangible impact across our European manufacturing footprint
• Work alongside skilled professionals who are serious about performance and quality
• Be part of a company that values action, accountability, and progress

Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference?
Apply now and bring your expertise to where it matters most—on the ground, in action, making change happen. Salary on the position is circa £60k. You can apply via the link below or give me, Ali a call on (phone number removed).

Good Luck