Continuous Improvement Lead

Vectis Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vectis Recruitment is helping a leading aerospace and high-technology manufacturer in Scotland recruit a Continuous Improvement Lead in Glasgow. You will drive CI roadmaps, lead data-driven analyses, and embed a culture of operational excellence across the plant.

The role requires a proven track record in lean/CI within complex environments, strong coaching skills, and the ability to translate data into practical improvements. This is a high-impact, on-site position in the Glasgow area.

Qualifications

• Experience driving lean and CI in a fast-paced environment.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required or equivalent.
• Strong coaching and influencing skills.
• Ability to translate data into practical improvements.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategy and KPI trends into a targeted CI roadmap aligned with operational objectives.
• Identify and prioritise high-impact improvement opportunities with clear ownership and timelines.
• Lead data-driven performance analysis to identify trends and root causes.
• Manage CI projects from assessment through implementation and delivery.
• Define, monitor, and report KPIs with data-driven insights.
• Promote operational excellence via standardisation, best-practice deployment, and employee engagement.
• Ensure CI initiatives comply with health and safety, quality standards, and procedures.
• Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives to minimise downtime and improve OEE.
• Embed a positive culture throughout the business.

Skills

Lean methodology

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Project management

Coaching

Problem-solving

Education

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Job description

Due to continued expansion and business growth, a leading manufacturer of precision-engineered components for the aerospace, defence and high-technology sectors is seeking a Continuous Improvement Lead. With significant long-term customer orders secured and manufacturing demand increasing, you will work closely with the CI Manager to drive continuous improvement initiatives across the plant, optimise operational performance and embed a positive culture throughout the business. Candidates are sought with track record of driving continuous improvement gained in a fast-paced complex environment.

The Role

• Translate business strategy, customer requirements, and KPI performance trends into a targeted continuous improvement (CI) roadmap aligned with operational objectives.
• Identify and prioritise high-impact improvement opportunities, establishing clear ownership, delivery timelines, and measurable business benefits.
• Lead data-driven performance analysis to identify trends, determine root causes, and develop actionable improvement strategies.
• Manage continuous improvement projects from initial assessment and feasibility studies through implementation, validation and delivery.
• Define, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), using data-driven insights to assess performance, prioritise initiatives, and drive accountability.
• Promote operational excellence through process standardisation, structured problem-solving, best-practice deployment, and employee engagement.
• Ensure all improvement initiatives comply with health and safety regulations, quality standards, engineering specifications, and operational procedures.
• Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives to minimise downtime, increase productivity, optimise equipment effectiveness (OEE), and improve overall manufacturing performance

The Person

• Proven track record of driving lean and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or
• Previous experience within a fast paced and complex environment
• Excellent coaching and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to interpret data and translate findings into practical solutions.
• A proactive approach with a passion for challenging the status quo