Continuous Improvement Manager

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer specializing in injection moulding is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager for its site in Pickering. The role involves driving lean improvements, leading teams, and developing key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance operational efficiency and quality. Candidates should have an engineering degree, a strong background in manufacturing, and proficiency in Six Sigma methodologies.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Performance-based annual bonus

Flexible hours

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• Holder of a relevant engineering degree or qualification.
• Proven experience of leading continuous improvement projects in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Driving improvements in injection moulding processes.
• Leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Managing end-to-end continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Data analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Education

Relevant engineering degree

Tools

Statistical software

Project management software

Job description

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Are you an experienced continuous improvement professional? Have you worked in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Do you have strong knowledge of injection moulding and experience in the industry? If so, our client, a manufacturer specialising in injection moulding, is recruiting for a Continuous Improvement Manager for their site in Pickering. This role will involve being responsible for leading improvement initiatives across injection moulding, assembly, and paint processes to reduce waste, enhance efficiency, and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

Permanent

Salary dependent on experience

Monday – Thursday 08:00 – 17:00, Friday 08:00 – 13:30

Pickering

Job Description

• Driving improvements in injection moulding processes, reducing cycle times and enhancing quality through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to resolve production issues and prevent future downtime or defects.
• Developing and rolling out SOPs and KPIs to ensure consistent quality, monitor performance, and align with business goals.
• Managing end-to-end continuous improvement projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable operational gains.
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities in materials, energy, and labour while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications

• Holder of a relevant engineering degree or qualification
• Proven experience of leading continuous improvement projects with manufacturing environments
• Proficiency with data analysis tools, statistical software, and project management software
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies
• Pension contributions
• Performance based annual bonus
• Flexible hours
• Early Friday finish

Please apply below if this role is of interest!