Lean & Continuous Improvement Lead — Operational Excellence

Baker Recruitment Group Ltd; Ringway; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Operational Excellence Manager in Ringway, UK. This role involves driving continuous improvement, enhancing quality and efficiency through Lean methodologies, and managing cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, extensive experience in operational excellence, and a strong command of Lean tools. This position offers the opportunity to impact a forward-thinking organization's success significantly through strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in operational excellence or continuous improvement roles.
• Background in manufacturing and product/service delivery environments.
• Proven success implementing Lean tools in production and service contexts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and deployment of Lean programs.
• Develop and monitor KPIs across safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Identify cost-out opportunities while maintaining high standards.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

ERP systems

Communication skills

Leadership

Coaching ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

Agile or PRINCE2 certification

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Operational Excellence Manager in Ringway, UK. This role involves driving continuous improvement, enhancing quality and efficiency through Lean methodologies, and managing cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, extensive experience in operational excellence, and a strong command of Lean tools. This position offers the opportunity to impact a forward-thinking organization's success significantly through strategic initiatives.