Continuous Improvement Manager

Saica Group; Warrenpoint; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Saica Group, at the Warrenpoint site, seeks a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead CI initiatives and drive cultural change through Saica ECO programmes and processes. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the role focuses on improving operational effectiveness and quality, guiding audits, and training staff in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, collaboration across production teams, and sustaining the Group's commitment to safety, quality, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of comparable experience.
• Experience delivering business improvement programmes (lean, six sigma).
• Desirable: 3rd level qualification in business or engineering.
• Experience in a production environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manages organisation-wide improvement initiatives with a data-driven focus.
• Defines strategic vision, scope and mission of the improvement program.
• Audits and applies work methods for continuous improvement.
• Develops CI processes within production and sustains group TM/Lean practices.
• Coordinates development of new and existing CI plans.
• Uses CI tools to resolve capacity and flow issues.
• Trains staff in CI methodologies and tools.
• Participates in Group CI meetings and updates status indicators.
• Identifies training needs and coordinates delivery of training.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Data-driven

Communication

Training

Education

Business or Engineering Degree

Job description

Join Saica Pack, a division of the Saica Group, where you’ll have the opportunity to develop corrugated cardboard packaging solutions.

At Saica Group, we have integrated the circular economy into our business model, embracing sustainability as the driving force behind a more responsible production model. At Saica Pack, you’ll be part of the circle!

We believe in talent, professional growth, and making a positive impact on the world. If you’re looking for a dynamic environment where every day is an opportunity to innovate and create a better world, Saica Group is the place for you!

Job:

Continuous Improvement Manager

Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Continuous Improvement Manager based at our Warrenpoint site and reporting to the Plant Manager.

This role will be to develop, improve and drive cultural change in the business through support and guidance using Saica ECO programmes and processes.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Manages and coordinates organisational wide efforts to ensure that business improvement programmes are developed and managed using a data-driven focus that sets priorities on improvement without compromising on safety or service.
• Develops and communicates the strategic vision, scope and mission of the business improvement program and ensures business improvement initiatives are focused and aligned on improving operational effectiveness or quality control efficiencies and effectiveness.
• Co-ordinate and provide support for the application of work methods (definition, implementation and carrying out of audits)
• Co-ordinate the development of the continuous improvement processes within production.
• Implement, encourage and sustain the group management system in the production area. (TQM and Lean)
• Co-ordinate the development of existing and new continuous improvement plans.
• Use continuous improvement tools to solve process issues and imbalances. (capacities, flows, etc.)
• Training of employees in all aspects related to continuous improvement.
• Participate in Group meetings in relation to continuous improvement.
• Definition and maintenance of status indicators for continuous improvement projects in the plant.
• Identify training needs of the staff and coordinate the implementation of the training using the defined methodology.
• Problem solving.
• Completion of standard UKI Reports.

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum 2 years of comparable experience
• Experience of delivering business improvement programmes e.g. lean, six sigma

Desirable Criteria:

• 3rd level qualification - Business or Engineering Degree
• Experience of working in a production environment

Saica Pack is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to diversity, inclusion and gender equality. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and support work-life balance through flexible and inclusive working practices.

Work Experience:

General Management

Education:

N/A: N/A (Required)

Worker Type:

Regular

Why choose Us

By joining the Saica Group, you’re choosing more than a job – you’re choosing a purpose-driven career that aligns with your values. You’ll collaborate with like-minded individuals to shape a sustainable future, making a meaningful contribution to our world.

Saica Group is committed to Occupational Risk Prevention for its employees and partner companies, Environmental Protection, the Quality of its products and services, and Equal Opportunities between men and women. In our work, we strive to maintain a balance between professional and personal life.

All CVs received will be handled in accordance with Personal Data Protection legislation and will be archived unless the candidate expressly requests their cancellation or rectification in writing.