Continuous Improvement Lead (H/F) - SAFRAN SEATS GB LIMITED

AEROCONTACT; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the aerospace sector seeks a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive impactful changes. This role involves leading project teams, implementing CI tools, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will collaborate with business leaders to enhance operations and deliver training programs, ensuring successful project delivery. With a commitment to diversity and employee growth, this opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal development.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays

Private healthcare

Cycle to work scheme

Retail discounts

Career progression opportunities

Family-friendly policies

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Lean Sigma Black Belt Certification is essential for this role.
• Experience in problem-solving methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to drive significant business improvements.
• Collaborate with leaders to analyze operations and identify opportunities.

Skills

Lean Sigma Black Belt Certification

Problem Solving 8D

Training experience

Job description

Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience? Then your next opportunity could be with Safran Seats, an industry award-winning, premium designer and manufacturer of First and Business Class seating and technology. Our passenger experience prides itself on innovation, customization, quality, and industrial design.

About Safran Seats

At Safran Seats, we are unique within aerospace, as we interface with both the world's biggest airlines and airframers, with the largest seats portfolio of all seat suppliers. One day you could be liaising with one of the world's largest airframers, and the next, some of the biggest airline brands around the world!

In the UK, Safran Seats specializes solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide-body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales, and Brackley, England.

Role Overview

This role is responsible for leading and coaching the organization in driving an effective improvement journey.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leading project teams to deliver significant business improvements through the deployment of CI tools in line with the business Balanced Scorecard.
2. Collaborating with business leaders to analyze operations and identify opportunities for change and improvement.
3. Driving continuous improvement initiatives, including deployment of Balanced Scorecard, One Safran, Customer Improvement projects, Lean Journey, and QRQC.
4. Promoting participative innovation across the business.
5. Monitoring financial and customer benefits throughout project lifecycles.
6. Sharing best practice methods for improvements and demonstrating real change implementation.
7. Working with the Director of Continuous Improvement to determine necessary tools and scope of CI training.
8. Creating, organizing, and delivering CI training programs.
9. Coaching, training, and mentoring staff in CI tools and methodologies.
10. Supporting project sponsors and leaders to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications and Skills

• Lean Sigma Black Belt Certification.
• Problem Solving 8D.
• Training experience.

We welcome candidates with diverse experiences and value the unique contributions you can bring to this role.

Our Values and Benefits

Our employees are central to our success, and we operate based on four core principles:

• Promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Developing skills and creating growth opportunities.
• Creating a trustworthy and innovative workplace.
• Encouraging collaboration and mutual support.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays.
• Benefits scheme including cycle to work, retail discounts, private healthcare, and more.
• Career progression opportunities, sponsorship, and training.
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working options.
• Engagement initiatives in STEM and charitable activities.

Please apply and submit your CV today. We will review your application and contact you for the next steps.

Safran Seats is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential. We celebrate diversity through various initiatives and staff networks.