Continuous Improvement Manager (Precision Manufacturing)

TN United Kingdom; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead transformative initiatives within a precision manufacturing environment. This role involves leveraging various Lean methodologies to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction. You will manage a dedicated team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation while ensuring sustainable improvements are achieved. Your expertise will play a crucial role in delivering impactful solutions that support the organization's commitment to excellence and inclusivity. If you are passionate about driving change and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Employee Assistance Programs

Mental Health Support

Wellbeing Programs

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience with Lean tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance improvements in precision manufacturing.
• Manage CI team to deliver maximum benefits across the business.

Skills

Lean Tools

Value Stream Mapping

5S

Kaizen

TPM

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Machining Tools

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Continuous Improvement Manager (Precision Manufacturing), Royal Leamington Spa

Job Category: Manufacturing

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Role: Continuous Improvement Manager (Precision Manufacturing)

Location: Leamington Spa – MTC

Job ID: 2024 - 2450

Ricardo’s Performance Products division is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager (CI). Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing, you will play a pivotal role in driving performance improvements, innovation, and change within a successful precision batch machine shop. You will need the tenacity to complete improvements expediently, efficiently, with sustainable outcomes.

Key accountabilities:

• Leverage methodologies in the precision batch machine shop, including Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen events, TPM, and other lean tools.
• Manage the CI team to deliver maximum benefit across the business, while developing the team to create greater value.
• Proactively address gaps in performance related to quality, productivity, or customer satisfaction.
• Analyze machining production routings to identify inefficiencies for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive sustainable improvements.
• Monitor and analyze cutting tooling management, implementing cost-effective improvements.
• Train and mentor team members in new processes and methodologies to ensure changes are sustained.
• Create and maintain KPIs and metrics that effectively drive improvements.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages collaboration and creativity.

Preferred skills, experience, and knowledge:

• Educated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge through experience.
• Extensive experience with appropriate Lean tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of a machining environment.
• Experience engaging with team members at all organizational levels.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across business functions.
• Training and mentoring capabilities.
• Leadership and management skills to develop a CI team that adds value.
• Experience delivering organizational change confidently.
• Experience working in a low-volume machine shop manufacturing environment.
• Experience with automotive and/or aerospace quality systems.

Working with Ricardo:

You will be welcomed into an inclusive workplace where every voice matters. We support diversity and encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through your projects. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will help deliver innovative solutions supporting communities worldwide to become safer and more sustainable.

Wellbeing and work-life balance:

Our wellbeing programs and policies support individuals, including flexible working, careers policies, mental health first aiders, and extensive Employee Assistance programs, to help employees flourish and achieve their potential.

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion. Recognized as a 'disability confident' employer, we believe a diverse workforce fosters innovation and enriches our working environment.