213 Process Improvement jobs in the United Kingdom

We're Hiring: Process Improvement Technician

 Location: Felixstowe

polkadotfrog is excited to be recruiting for a Process Improvement Technician to join a dynamic team driving performance and quality across a leading biofuels and distilled spirits operation. This is a hands-on, analytical role where science meets strategy, and your work directly impacts efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.

What Youll Be Doing

• Conducting non-routine lab analysis of raw, in-process, and finished materials
li>Interpreting and communicating results to cross-functional teams
• Supporting Lean manufacturing initiatives and troubleshooting plant processes
• Partnering with shift managers to apply tools like DMAIC, RCPS, and Loss Waste analysis
• Maintaining and updating SOPs and test methods
• Promoting and adhering to high standards of Health Safety

What Success Looks Like

• Measurable improvements in efficiency, cost, and quality
• Proactive problem-solving and continuous development
• Strong collaboration across on-site and off-site teams

What Were Looking For

• Degree in Science, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (preferred)
• Experience in Food Beverage or Food Services industry
• Background in QA or lab environments
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with GLP, statistical analysis, and quality control charts
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, 5S, and other manufacturing excellence tools
• Enthusiasm for biotechnology, fermentation, and science
• Full clean driving license

Personal Traits

• Results-driven with a “can-do” attitude
• Committed to safety, change, and continuous improvement

At polkadotfrog, we are dedicated to ensuring both client and candidate satisfaction. We value inclusivity and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments, whether for accessibility or information in an alternative format.

Our Specialist Consultants bring expertise, passion, and dedication to delivering a professional, personalised, and quality service. Our mission is simple—to create positive relationships, built on honesty, transparency, and thoughtfulness, for both employers and job seekers.
 

Process Improvement Manager

Salary: up to £75,000 + benefits and discretionary bonus

Locations: London, Nottingham, Leeds, Sheffield or Oxford

Hybrid/Remote

Lorien are currently engaged with one of our legal services client who are currently looking for a Process Improvement Manager to support the team in documentation and continuously improving best practice. This is a new role that has been created to drive the ambitious growth strategy of the organisation.

In this role, you will be responsible for Discover, Define, Design/Develop and Deliver across many initiatives collaborating with Process Owners across the business.

Responsibilities include:

• Investigate and assess impactful process improvement opportunities across the business. Areas of focus will be determined by senior management in accordance with organisations strategic objectives and priorities from time to time.
• Setting the scope and definitions for processes under review, and documenting clear objectives and problem statements/success criteria. S
• Facilitating workshops with key stakeholders and process operators to document in Microsoft Visio, utilising Lean Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate errors and inefficiencies of process.
• Supporting senior management in maintaining organisation wide process architecture, including maintaining and making accessible to the business the centralised catalogue.
• Collaborating with IT BAs to document clear, actionable Business/User Requirements for new technical solutions that will serve to support/enable Agreed Best Practice.
• Establish relationships and working arrangements with Process Owners to ensure they drive adoption and continuous improvement feedback and establish an effective review protocol for the Process Catalogue to ensure continuous improvement, harnessing new best practices, new opportunities for improvement, and innovative new ideas.

Required Skills

• Experience and demonstrable impact facilitating process improvement
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and drive change
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills that are data-driven and detail orientated approach

Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Certified
• Prince2 Certified

Administrator – Process Improvement - £36 - £44k

Would you love to work for a unique organisation dedicated to enhancing biodiversity and creating opportunities for lasting social connection?

Would you like to use your exceptional administrative and process improvement capabilities to positively impact communities and the environment?

If so, this brilliant opportunity could be just for you!

Hire Purpose is delighted to be partnering with Belmont Estate as we look to recruit an experienced Administrator with a clear focus on process improvement.

This is a full-time role based in beautiful offices and grounds located south of Bristol.

About Belmont:

Belmont Estate is a business rooted in nature restoration, climate action, and community connection, with a mission to inspire behavioural change by reconnecting people to nature, food, and one another.

As an employee of Belmont, you’ll be contributing to their purpose which is to restore, reconnect and to inspire change.

The Role: Administrator (Process Improvement)

As a process specialist you’ll be the driving force behind smarter, more streamlined ways of working across the organisation. From mapping workflows to coordinating initiatives, you’ll help teams work with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Collaborating across all the teams, you will be initiating and delivering process improvements that reduce waste, boost efficiency and streamline working practices across the organisation.

Being an excellent communicator, you will be coordinating initiatives, tracking progress and managing change to ensure smooth delivery across the organisation, acting with confidence and assertiveness, combined with empathy and understanding.

Documenting processes with clarity and precision with ongoing reporting to the Senior Leadership Team, the role will see you implementing quality management using ISO 9001 principles.

You will support and add to the Belmont culture of continuous improvement, helping to elevate the organisation, and increase its impact to drive biodiversity and support the planet.

What we’re looking for:

The successful candidate will have significant administration, process improvement and operational efficiency experience.

You will have proven experience rolling out new processes and supporting audits and will have a love of process and detail!

Being a confident and empathic communicator and change champion is an essential skill for this role as you will be dealing with a broad range of individuals across the wider team.

With a drive to continuously improve, exceptional organisation skills are required and an ability to manage multiple administrative projects.

Finally, you should be values led, and a natural fit with Belmont’s ethos of community, nature, and climate.

If you would like to apply for this incredibly unique, exciting and change making role, and you fit the brief, I would love to hear from you!

Hire Purpose champions inclusive recruitment.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. We uphold equal opportunity principles and challenge bias at every stage, partnering only with organisations that share our commitment to integrity, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Hire Purpose is also proud to be an active member of The TEAM Network, the UK’s largest recruitment community of independently owned recruitment businesses.

• Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement using Lean Six Sigma principles.
• Design and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve quality standards.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), flowcharts, and work instructions.
• Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives across different departments.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process deviations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) techniques to monitor process performance and ensure stability.
• Train and mentor operational staff on new processes and best practices.
• Manage projects related to process optimization, from conception through to implementation and validation.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in industrial engineering and process improvement.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for process efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations within all process changes.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in process improvement, lean manufacturing, or operational excellence.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Proficiency in process mapping tools (e.g., Visio) and statistical software (e.g., Minitab).
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with all levels of the organization.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

• Identify, analyse, and improve existing manufacturing and operational processes.
• Apply lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Develop process flow charts, value stream maps, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct root cause analysis for process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Design and implement new processes and workflows to enhance productivity and quality.
• Utilise statistical tools and software for data analysis and process monitoring (SPC).
• Manage process improvement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and R&D.
• Train employees on new processes and methodologies.
• Monitor the performance of implemented improvements and ensure sustainability.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process improvement, lean manufacturing, or Six Sigma roles.
• Green Belt or Black Belt certification in Six Sigma is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in analysing complex processes and implementing data-driven solutions.
• Proficiency in process mapping software (e.g., Visio) and statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles and operations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively in a remote environment.
• Experience with PLCs and automation systems is a plus.

• Analyzing existing manufacturing and operational processes to identify areas for improvement, inefficiencies, and waste.
• Developing and implementing process improvement strategies using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.
• Designing, testing, and implementing new or improved processes, workflows, and operational procedures.
• Utilizing data analysis tools and techniques to measure process performance and identify root causes of issues.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including production, quality control, and R&D, to implement process changes.
• Developing and delivering training on new processes and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Creating process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and visual aids.
• Tracking and reporting on the impact of implemented improvements on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput, cost, quality, and safety.
• Facilitating brainstorming sessions and workshops to generate innovative solutions for process challenges.
• Staying abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in process engineering.

• Analyze current manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Develop and implement process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Conduct time and motion studies to improve efficiency and workflow.
• Design and implement control plans to ensure sustained process improvements.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Utilize data analysis tools and techniques to measure process performance and identify trends.
• Lead cross-functional teams in problem-solving and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering departments to implement changes.
• Manage improvement projects from conception to completion, including budget and resource management.
• Train staff on new processes and best practices.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented changes and make necessary adjustments.

• A degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in process improvement or manufacturing engineering.
• Certification in Lean or Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt) is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in data analysis and process mapping tools.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

Job Title: Business Process Improvement Analyst

Location: Bury St Edmunds - 3 days in; 2 days remote
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Excellent salary & benefits package on offer

Job Overview:
We're partnering with a well-established, multi-disciplinary group operating at scale across the UK to help them hire a Process Improvement Analyst . This role sits at the heart of a business-wide transformation initiative, aimed at streamlining workflows, improving productivity, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across diverse business units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to review operational processes, identify root causes of inefficiency, and recommend practical improvements.
• Map and document existing ("as-is") workflows to highlight pain points, bottlenecks, and opportunities for optimisation.
• Design future-state ("to-be") workflows and process strategies, supported by clear documentation and flow diagrams.
• Champion lean thinking, ensuring simplicity and consistency for end users throughout transformation efforts.
• Support and lead elements of implementation, working closely with relevant teams to embed new processes effectively.
• Provide timely project updates and communication to stakeholders at all levels.
• Contribute to broader operational improvement initiatives as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience in process mapping and optimisation, ideally within tech, utilities, or operationally complex environments.
• Skilled in identifying inefficiencies and delivering measurable time/cost-saving improvements.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to present insights and solutions clearly and persuasively.
• Confident using Excel (pivot tables, lookups, advanced formulas), Visio, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, etc.
• Comfortable managing your own workload, working cross-functionally, and engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• A positive, solutions-driven approach with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

It would be advantageous for applicants to have the below:

• Previous experience in a Business Analyst or continuous improvement role.
• Further education or professional development in business process improvement or similar.

A full and comprehensive job spec will be provided on application. We will be supporting our client in the appointment of this person ASAP. Suitable candidates should apply without delay for consideration.