Continuous Improvement Manager

Loram UK Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading railway service provider in Derby is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager. This role involves leading continual improvement initiatives, delivering Lean Six Sigma training, and identifying performance improvement activities. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in continuous improvement methodologies, along with relevant experience in the rail industry and health & safety. This position aims to foster a culture of continuous improvement across the organization, ensuring effective change management and process optimization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years involvement in Continuous Improvement activities.
• Minimum 2 years Rail Industry Experience.
• Minimum 2 years health & safety experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage continual improvement processes.
• Deliver Lean Six Sigma Training.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and performance activities.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

Change Management

Process Improvement

Education

Certified Six Sigma Green Belt/Lean

HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job ID: REF73I   Job Category: Corporate   Location: Derby, GB

The Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Loram UK continual improvement and business change processes throughout all areas of the organisation, in accordance with established management systems. Key aspects of the role include identification of opportunities, research and analysis to map out workflows, remove waste and low-value activities, and recommend solutions. Guided by formal methodologies, the Continuous Improvement Manager then leads in implementing changes and mentors others throughout different areas of the organisation. The Continuous Improvement Manager is also responsible for the delivery of Lean Six Sigma Training and Business Strategy processes. This post ensures that a culture of continual improvement is embedded throughout Loram UK, that the process, purpose and vision are well understood and followed in accordance with our values.

Essential Position Functions

• Functional & Technical

• Have a detailed understanding of continual improvement tools and techniques (e.g. Kaizen, Lean, 6 Sigma, 5S, Value stream mapping etc.) to be able to identify the most appropriate tool for each opportunity.
• Manage a governance structure for the management of continual improvement projects in line with the businesses strategic objectives.
• Deliver change management within defined frameworks.
• Manage and delivery of Lean Six Sigma Training.
• Identify and deliver performance improvement activities across the business through employing continual improvement methodologies and the application of innovative thinking.
• Identify continual improvement opportunities throughout the business by active engagement with the business leaders and staff at all levels and from interrogation of dashboards, KPIs and other performance monitors defined by the business.
• Manage the continual improvement activity deployment plan for all opportunities and regularly communicate/report on the plan progress.
• Support the delivery of better value and greater efficiency through the identification and elimination of unnecessary complexity within business processes and identification of better ways of working.
• Develop a culture of continual improvement and process change at all levels throughout the business.
• Develop a network of continual improvement champions across the business.
• Take ownership of change initiatives from original identification through to project delivery via internal governance and controls.
• Elicit requirements and drive process change using staff interviews, document analysis, requirements workshops, surveys, business process descriptions, business analysis and workflow analysis.
• Actively monitor project risks to foresee/identify potential problems and proactively identify solutions to address in advance.
• Ensure the business impact and project objectives/dependencies are identified, reported on and managed at all times.
• Complete post implementation lessons learned reviews to ensure successful delivery has been achieved and to ensure that improvements can be made for future projects.
• Develop an awareness of continual improvement activities as applied within the wider Rail Industry.

• Compliance
• Monitor the effectiveness of continual improvement activities and produce summary reports on status and effectiveness.
• Identify deviations from continual improvement activities and take corrective action in a timely manner.

• Leadership & Talent Development
• Monitor the effectiveness and quality of continual improvement activities and participants contributions.
• Develop strategies, both short and long term to facilitate progress and increase efficiency.
• Coaching and development of staff at all levels of the organisation to ensure the principles of continual improvement are understood and applied.
• Driving and developing a continual improvement culture within Loram UK.

This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)

Required Qualifications

Education: Certified Six Sigma Green Belt/Lean or equivalent. HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

Experience: Minimum 3 years involvement in Continuous Improvement activities. Minimum 2 Years Rail Industry Experience. Minimum 2 years health & safety experience.

Licence/Certifications: Hold or willing to work towards recognised quality management system auditor qualification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazils anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, Indias Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australias Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canadas human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.

This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is a global leader in track maintenance technology, services, and solutions for the railway industry. For over 70 years, Loram has delivered industry-leading innovation through cutting-edge rail grinding, ballast maintenance, and inspection systems ensuring safer, more reliable, and cost-effective rail operations for customers worldwide. Headquartered in Hamel, Minnesota, Loram operates in multiple locations across North America and supports Class I, regional, and commuter railroads with a full suite of services. Loram is known for its strong engineering culture, commitment to safety, and dedication to improving the performance of rail infrastructure through advanced technology and field-proven expertise. Join a company that moves the world and builds the future of rail.