We have a great opportunity for an experienced Continuous Improvement Project Manager to join us and take accountability for the change management for process improvement and driving continuous improvement methodology.

Main Responsibilities

• To use Value Stream Mapping techniques to identify waste and implement future state improvement plans.
• To use SMED methodology to improve internal / external activity ratio to reduce changeover times.
• To support 5s activities through workshops and Kaizen events.
• To drive the employee Kaizen improvement system to help drive a positive inclusive culture of improvement.
• To apply (and train employees) Root Cause Analysis to improve customer quality (internal & external).
• Work closely with supply chain team & kitting to improve OTIF, RFT & Kanban possibilities.
• Carry out regular process time study analysis to support line balancing & achieve Takt Time.
• To analyse company processes and procedures to drive improvement strategies.
• To support the company with shop floor data collection systems and maintenance of the process.
• To run Kaizen workshops to support business improvement initiatives.

Education / Qualifications:

• Qualified to Level 4 or higher in a Business Improvement framework.
• Qualified to Level 4 or higher in Leadership.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience in change management.
• Able to run Kaizen workshops / training.
• Shopfloor data management systems.
• Six sigma green belt level.

Competencies:

• Value Stream Mapping: current and future state experience
• SMED.
• 5 years + in CI role within manufacturing environment.
• Have excellent problem-solving skills.
• Able to communicate effectively with all key stakeholders.
• Have excellent project management abilities
• Have a creative approach for generating new ideas
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Be methodical in their approach to tasks set
• Be able to question and reason
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Talent Developer

Other:

• SC cleared or ability to obtain
• Ability to travel

What we can offer you

• Flexible working practices – we work a 9-day fortnight, offer hybrid working, flexitime, and work a half day Friday
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
• Health cash plan – cash back for everyday health expenses
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions
• Life assurance – 4 x annual salary
• Reward and recognition platform
• Discount platform – retail, leisure, gym discounts and more
• Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services
• Support for further training and education
• Continuous development and career progression opportunities
• Relocation assistance up to £8,000 if you relocate to take up a position with us

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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