Continuous Improvement Manager

About This Role

This role is for an experienced Continuous Improvement Professional to manage continuous improvement processes within a heavy industry manufacturing environment. The Continuous Improvement Manager will drive business efficiency, reduce costs, and deliver sustainable savings through the identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Identify, lead and implement site-wide continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business strategy and project plans
• Drive process optimisation and cost reduction through the application of Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping and Six Sigma tools
• Promote and embed a culture of waste identification and elimination, encouraging teams to challenge existing practices and seek better ways of working
• Support and educate colleagues across functions on Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Monitor, report and communicate CI activities, project progress and savings to stakeholders at all levels, including senior management
• Manage improvement projects to ensure agreed objectives, timescales and savings targets are achieved
• Coach and mentor Green Belts, identifying and supporting suitable improvement projects
• Support Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action processes to improve quality and achieve business targets
• Work closely with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to improve the working environment, manufacturing processes and product throughput
• Continuously review working practices, driving sustainable improvements and striving to exceed performance targets and standards

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience alongside Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt training and/or certificate
• Experience participating in Kaizen activities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with project management systems
• Excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills
• People leadership skills, including motivating teams, providing direction and working collaboratively

Benefits

• An interesting and varied field to work in
• An environment where you can learn and grow through constant development opportunities
• Company cash health care plan with an extensive range of benefits

Application Process

• Apply online

About the Company

Doncasters is a specialist manufacturer of complex precision cast components for aerospace engines and industrial gas turbines, supporting leading OEM programs. It employs more than 3,000 people across 14 core manufacturing facilities globally.