Continuous Improvement Manager

BioTalent; Leinster; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An international medical device company is seeking an experienced Lean leader to join their team in Ireland. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in manufacturing, with a strong background in Lean methodologies and proven success in driving operational improvements. This role involves collaborating with C-level leadership and providing training to both leaders and frontline teams. The candidate should also have a Bachelor's degree, with advanced certifications being a plus. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's processes and efficiencies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proven experience to engage leadership and frontline teams in Lean deployment.
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead transformation initiatives in critical operational areas.
• Provide training on Lean methodologies.
• Drive measurable improvements in key performance areas.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Problem-solving

Leadership

Statistical analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification

Project management certification (PMP)

Job description

The Role:

Our client, an international medical device company, is seeing an experienced Lean leader to collaborate with C level leadership, to develop and drive ongoing process improvements within the organization's Lean framework and strategic roadmap.

Responsibilities:

• Spearhead transformation initiatives in critical operational areas.
• Utilize structured problem-solving techniques and process mapping to assess challenges, develop solutions, and oversee execution.
• Enhance and implement tiered visual and daily management systems to optimize factory operations.
• Organize and lead rapid-improvement workshops to generate immediate, lasting efficiencies on the production floor.
• Evaluate and refine transactional processes to reduce inefficiencies, enhance productivity, and cut costs.
• Provide training on Lean methodologies, including daily operations management, structured problem-solving, workplace organization (6S), quick changeover (SMED), inventory control (Kanban), and operational equipment efficiency.
• Share best practices and benchmarking insights from both internal and external sources.
• Drive measurable improvements in key performance areas: safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Bachelor's degree required; an advanced degree is advantageous.
• Proven experience to engage both leadership and frontline teams in Lean deployment.
• Demonstrated history of delivering sustainable operational improvements.
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing environments with a strong emphasis on Lean methodologies.
• Expertise in rolling out Lean frameworks, achieving measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and supply chain agility.
• Proficiency in value stream enhancement techniques such as quick changeover (SMED), visual and daily management, standard work, and continuous improvement tools.
• Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with a proactive mindset and decision-making ability.
• Effective at influencing stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.
• Project management certification (PMP) or equivalent experience is desirable.