Continuous Improvement Lead - #1694946
Stirling Warrington
Continuous Improvement Lead. Birmingham. Up to £55,000 per annum DOE. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a world leading supplier of metals, as a Continuous Improvement Lead. This is a pivotal role at the heart of the operations, driving excellence across the site through innovation, leadership, and lean thinking. You will be responsible for developing and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the plant. You will work cross-functionally with teams throughout the site to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and coach employees in lean tools and methodologies to drive sustainable improvements. Benefits:
- 26 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- 8% matched pension, 16% total contributions.
- Private health insurance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the deployment of our client’s production system, including performance metrics and process standards.
- Develop and execute the site-wide improvement plan, aligning with the company’s One Plan strategy.
- Lead and manage improvement projects focused on materials, yield, rework reduction, cost savings, and quality enhancements.
- Use Lean / Six Sigma tools to solve problems and eliminate waste.
- Coach and mentor employees at all levels to build capability in continuous improvement.
- Oversee the 6S program, ensuring adherence to PCC standards and developing plans to drive improvement in all areas.
- Lead digital transformation initiatives including OEE monitoring, digital audits, and online training platforms.
- Organise and facilitate Kaizen events, improvement workshops, and problem-solving sessions.
What We’re Looking For:
- Lean Sigma Black Belt accreditation (or working toward it).
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
- Proven track record of delivering impactful improvement projects.
- Strong knowledge of lean tools and data-driven problem-solving methods (DMAIC, 8D, 5 Whys).
- Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Excellent project management and facilitation skills.
Reach out to Justin Norley at Stirling Warrington to learn more.
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