Continuous Improvement Leader — DBS & Lean Operations

Cytiva; Newquay; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare solutions company in Newquay is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to optimize processes and implement the Danaher Business System across their site. The role involves driving performance improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Inventory while coaching teams on established methodologies. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or Business, experience in lean manufacturing, and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers the chance to lead impactful initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Business professional engineering certification.
• Experience in process improvements using lean manufacturing methodology.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all departments and functions.

Responsibilities

• Drive optimization of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity.
• Coach and mentor the site team using structured DBS tools.
• Manage the site DBS leadership process including Kaizen funnels.

Skills

Process improvement using lean manufacturing methodology

Communication across departments

Optimizing KPIs

Leadership and mentorship

Project management

Education

Degree in Engineering or Business

Professional engineering certification

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

DBS tools (Daily Management, VSM, 5S, etc.)

Kanban

Heijunka

Job description

A healthcare solutions company in Newquay is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to optimize processes and implement the Danaher Business System across their site. The role involves driving performance improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Inventory while coaching teams on established methodologies. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or Business, experience in lean manufacturing, and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers the chance to lead impactful initiatives in a dynamic environment.