Data-Driven Process Improvement Leader (Manufacturing)

Zest Recruitment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected manufacturing company in Peterborough seeks a Process Improvement Manager to lead projects that enhance quality and productivity. The ideal candidate will thrive in data-led decision-making and enjoy working closely with teams to implement best practices. Responsibilities include developing improvement plans and ensuring team alignment across production and engineering. This role offers a pathway into senior leadership positions, with strong support from a committed management team.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive leadership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing process improvement or CI role.
• Strong analytical capability with confidence using data for decisions.
• Experience with production teams in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end improvement projects using data analysis.
• Evaluate existing processes to introduce best-practice solutions.
• Create and maintain clear standard operating procedures.

Skills

Data analysis

Process improvement

Collaboration

Leadership

Analytical capability

Tools

Escada

Operational Management Platforms (OMP)

Job description

A respected manufacturing company in Peterborough seeks a Process Improvement Manager to lead projects that enhance quality and productivity. The ideal candidate will thrive in data-led decision-making and enjoy working closely with teams to implement best practices. Responsibilities include developing improvement plans and ensuring team alignment across production and engineering. This role offers a pathway into senior leadership positions, with strong support from a committed management team.