Continuous Improvement Manager

Michael Page; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to enhance processes in a market-leading manufacturing company. You will lead initiatives for change and implement lean methodologies such as Kaizen and Six Sigma. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment, with IT skills in SAP and SharePoint. A competitive salary of £60,000 to £70,000, along with bonuses and benefits, is offered for this pivotal role.

Benefits

Bonus

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven continuous improvement manager experience in manufacturing.
• Six Sigma trained or relevant experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all organizational levels.
• IT literate with a focus on implementing technology for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead change initiatives across the business by managing projects.
• Develop and deploy CI strategies focused on process improvements.
• Implement lean tools and techniques, coaching others.
• Achieve project savings and support operations planning.
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action plans.
• Engage organization in Lean/CI culture.

Skills

Process improvement

Lean methodologies

Coaching and training

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

SAP

SharePoint

Job description

Continuous Improvement Manager role based in Stockport. Working for a well established, market leading manufacturing company.

Client Details

Our client is a well established, growing manufacturing company who are a market leader in their field.

Description

• Lead change initiatives across all areas of the business by identifying, quantifying, and managing projects from operations, manufacturing, supply chain, and support functions.
• Develop the Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy and deploy lean tools and techniques to meet business requirements, focusing on process improvements in Safety, quality, cost, service, and inventory management whilst growing the people within.
• Implement best practice lean tools and techniques within the business, including Kaizen / Lean Six Sigma, by coaching and training managers, supervisors, and staff; lead Kaizen and 5S events to ensure methodologies align with the business and customer demands.
• Achieve annualized project savings as outlined in the business strategy/growth plans; coordinate project activities during profit planning and support the Operations team with project management and departmental goals.
• Continuously enhance project management techniques and coach others in their use, ensuring clear management and timely closure of projects, with accurate plans and concise, high-quality status presentations.
• Support and reduce business issues through root cause analysis and corrective action plans for all areas of the business.
• Engage the entire organization to promote Lean/CI benefits and foster a culture of continuous improvement as a core business ethos.
• Maintain a flexible approach to CI, adapting to the changing needs of the business to achieve goals and objectives inline with the full business strategy agreed at senior level.
• Demonstrate proficiency in process improvement tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Standard Work, and 5S; coordinate self-assessments and implement action plans to address gaps.
• Develop and advance tools and methodologies as appropriate to meet business requirements.
• Deliver projects and plans that achieve annualized savings, increase OEE as defined by business objectives.
• Lead, train, and coach others in lean tools and techniques, building expertise throughout the business and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to meet all business KPIs.
• Own and manage the Kaizen calendar, ensuring deployment and support of activities throughout the business.
• Support Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) events and activities to achieve targeted cost reductions where appropriate.

Profile

• You will be a proven process / continuous improvement manager within a manufacturing environment.
• You may have come from a production, operations or quality background within manufacturing originally but will now be an established continuous improvement manager.
• Relevant proven experience and or six sigma trained (demonstrated).
• Demonstrated experience within a manufacturing/warehouse and or engineering environment.
• Motivated to deliver/achieve with an engaging approach and take people with them on the journey.
• Ability to work with all levels of the business and set clear pathways vs strategy.
• Demonstrates a collaborative approach.
• Experience in working with and training cross-functional groups.
• IT literate - proficient in SAP use of SharePoint and able to bring new ideas technology into the business.

Job Offer

£60,000 to £70,000 plus bonus and benefits