Operations Consultant – Manufacturing Excellence

Lime Talent Ltd; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is looking for a Management Consultant to partner with manufacturing clients to drive Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement. The role involves leading projects, analyzing processes, and training client teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Operational Excellence or Continuous Improvement.
• Ability to lead and manage complex projects.
• Experience in training and coaching teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to assess operations and develop improvement plans.
• Lead Operational Excellence projects using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Conduct analyses to uncover root causes and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor and measure the impact of solutions.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

TPM

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Advanced degree

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Overview

Lime Talent is leading the search for a rapidly growing consultancy specializing in Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence. Our client is a global leader in consulting services, partnering with clients across various industries to drive sustainable business transformations and deliver measurable results. Their team of experienced professionals leverages deep industry knowledge and innovative methodologies to address complex business challenges and optimize performance.

Role Overview: As a Management Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in partnering with clients in the manufacturing industry to drive Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement initiatives. You will work closely with senior executives and operational teams to identify opportunities for improvement, develop and implement strategic solutions, and ensure lasting performance enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with manufacturing clients to assess current operations, identify inefficiencies, and develop tailored improvement plans.
• Lead and facilitate Operational Excellence and CI projects, utilizing methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM.
• Conduct detailed analyses of manufacturing processes, data, and performance metrics to uncover root causes of issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Design and implement strategic initiatives aimed at optimizing productivity, reducing waste, and enhancing quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful execution of improvement plans.
• Provide training, coaching, and mentorship to client teams on CI methodologies and best practices.
• Monitor and measure the impact of implemented solutions, ensuring sustainable performance gains.
• Develop and present comprehensive reports and presentations to clients, highlighting key findings, recommendations, and results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience in Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, or a similar role within the manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, and other CI methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex projects from conception to completion.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and drive decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in training and coaching teams on CI practices and principles.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Willingness to travel as required to client sites.