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Continuous Improvement Manager

Job Posted: 12 days ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

Title: Continuous Improvement Manager
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Working hours: Monday - Friday, Day Shift
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire

VH Talent is pleased to be partnering with our client, a leading engineering company in Hertfordshire, to recruit a Continuous Improvement Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to take the lead in enhancing site performance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and driving operational excellence.

In this role, you will lead key improvement initiatives, deliver high-impact Lean Sigma projects, and coach teams in problem-solving methodologies such as Kaizens and A3s. You will become the go-to expert for continuous improvement tools and methods across the business.

As a key member of the Site Leadership Team, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing current operations while shaping future strategy. If you have a strong background in Lean principles within manufacturing or engineering and a passion for driving sustainable improvement, we would love to hear from you.

The Continuous Improvement Manager Role:

  * Lead the transformation of site operations by embedding a culture of continuous improvement and high-performing teams across all functions

  * Act as the key link between the site and Product Group/Division, driving improvement initiatives and enhancing overall performance

  * Support Business Continuity and Risk Management activities, ensuring strategies are effectively implemented on site

  * Deliver measurable business improvements and cost savings through structured improvement projects

  * Coach and develop Green Belts and problem-solving teams (Kaizens/A3s), building internal capability and sustainability

  * Drive the deployment and maturity of continuous improvement practices, analysing business processes to deliver repeatable, data-driven results aligned to site objectives

You’ll Need:

  * Proven track record of delivering process improvements and automation projects, ideally within high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments

  * Lean Sigma Belt qualification is essential (Black Belt highly desirable)

  * Previous experience delivering continuous improvement projects within manufacturing or engineering

  * Strong ability to communicate and implement CI initiatives across all levels of the business, partnering with senior stakeholders

  * Experience leading and influencing multiple teams

  * Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively

  * Proactive approach with strong decision-making capability

  * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

  * Experience with project management tools (MS Project advantageous)

What’s in it for you:

  * Income Protection

  * 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) + buy/sell scheme

  * Pension scheme with up to 10% company contribution

  * Employee discounts on various services and goods

  * Permanent position

  * Company performance-related bonus

  * Training and development opportunities

  * Early finish Fridays

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