Are you a Continuous Improvement Manager seeking a role that offers growth and global exposure?

Join an exciting, forward-thinking business renowned for its high-end products and dedication to quality. This position provides the opportunity to drive impactful change and collaborate with leading companies in the industry. With the potential to take your expertise international, this is a fantastic chance to advance your career and contribute to a business that values innovation and excellence.

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You will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Design, train, and deliver the Continuous Improvement (CI) programme, tools, and techniques to achieve measurable business benefits.  
• Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain teams to ensure a safe, efficient, and continually improving operation.  
• Analyse plant efficiency, labour costs, product yields, and production wastage to prioritise and deliver improvements across plants.  
• Actively identify and implement digital improvements in manufacturing processes.  
• Train and coach teams in CI tools and techniques, fostering engagement and technical skill development.  
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure all CI work aligns with Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance.  
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for out-of-specification products.  
• Support teams in achieving Right First Time (RFT) production and plan improvement initiatives.  
• Ensure GMP standards are upheld across operational areas.  
• Incorporate energy usage and sustainability into all projects and decisions.  
• Embed CI/lean principles into daily operations to drive operational excellence.  
• Manage process mapping initiatives to eliminate non-value-added activities and improve processes.  
• Review and enhance KPIs and visual management processes to drive performance improvement.  
• Support performance review structures (e.g., shift, daily, weekly) and ensure actionable outcomes.  
• Standardise problem-solving approaches to establish root causes and implement preventative actions.  
• Contribute to reducing product costs, material loss, and rework, achieving set targets.  
• Provide weekly updates on improvement activities and project statuses.  
• Conduct post-implementation reviews to ensure project success and sustainability.  
• Stay updated on industry best practices and incorporate them into CI programmes.

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What's required?

• Leadership Skills: Possessing strong leadership abilities to guide and inspire others.

• Communication: Demonstrating effective communication skills to convey information clearly and facilitate open dialogue.
• Decision-Making: Making informed decisions that align with goals and objectives.
• Problem-Solving: Identifying and resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
• Technical Expertise: Having a solid understanding of the relevant technical aspects of the role.
• Organisational Skills: Being organised, prioritising tasks, and ensuring efficient workflow.
• Collaboration: Promoting teamwork, cooperation, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Adaptability: Adapting to changing circumstances and adjusting strategies accordingly.
• Performance Management: Assessing individual and team performance, providing feedback, and supporting development.
• Business Acumen: Understanding broader business objectives and aligning activities accordingly.

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What's in it for you?

£55,000.00 - £60,000.00 per annum

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Do you think you fit the criteria?

Want to find out more about the role?

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