Morson are working with one of the UK's leading Defence Manufacturer in finding a Continuous Improvement Engineer to join the team at the Bolton site.

Supporting root cause analysis for externally supplied detail products
Reduce defective issues within the stores area of the business which include, rework and non-conformances using an 8D / A3 methodology.
Implementation of process controls & process capability based on critical stores and logistics process driven by both our internal and external customers
Facilitation of Practical Problem Solving for Root cause analysis within the manufacturing & Logistic facilities
Facilitation of Improvement activities within the manufacturing & Logistics' facility
Technical expertise on Lean tool sets and change management
Managing improvements into the business
What we're looking for from you:

Formal technical Engineering/Craft Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21 AND
Formal further education certificate to HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject. OR
BEng in relevant Engineering or Science Degree
As a CI Team member your skills and experience will ideally include:

Strong Manufacturing & Warehousing background.
Awareness of supply chain goods receiving practices. 
Understanding of MRP & Just in Time principals (preferably in a stores environment)
Working in or supporting operations in a fast paced production environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence teams outside of your direct reporting structure.
The ability to form and maintain productive, working relationships across the functions.
Experience in the use & understanding of Lean manufacturing & SIX Sigma methodologies
Experience in the use & understanding of CI & Quality tools
Leading practical problem solving exercises with multi-functional teams
The ability to produce, maintain and interpret data using structured approach.
Manage projects and or improvement from "cradle to grave"
Experience in the use & understanding of Lean manufacturing systems tools and techniques & Minitab software.
Having a sound understanding of manufacturing, Logistical and engineering processes
If this role is of interest to you and you ould like to apply please submit an up to date CV