Our client is the largest refrigerated and temperature controlled van specialist in the UK and are on an exciting growth plan. They are looking for an experienced Continuous Improvement Facilitator to work alongside the Head of Technical and Operations Manager’s teams in order to drive continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing areas, using lean Manufacturing tools & techniques to improve the business processes and performance.
Your new role as a Continuous Improvement Facilitator...
- Maintain and promote safe working practices and environment to achieve a “Safety First” culture
- Provide CI support to all areas of the business. Ensure all improvement projects are prioritised in-line with the business objectives and completed in a timely manner
- Coach colleagues in the use of Continuous Improvement tools to support individuals’ development and improve operational performance
- Display a strong CI mentality, which inspires colleagues to drive continuous improvement culture in their areas, challenging the “Status Quo”
- Provide day to day support with the use of Lean tools & techniques such as; Standard Work, Visual Management, Creative Problem Solving, Value Stream Maps, Workplace Organisation (6S), Plan-Do-Check-Act, Takt Time, 5 Why, Fishbone, Kanban, Line Balancing etc
- Implementation of Lean tools to streamline operational tasks, solve issues and non-conformances
- Implementation of lean tools and methodologies
- Manage and introduce the Company 6S programme, running 6S workshops and actively encouraging and promoting 6S principles throughout the business
- Demonstrate adherence to company rules, policies and values
About you as a Continuous Improvement Facilitator...
Previous experience in a similar role is ideal but not essential; you’ll need to have a real passion for learning and a want to make a contribution to the busy and ever-changing manufacturing business. They are looking for someone who is driven, tenacious and wants to make a difference.
You should have a keen interest in continuous improvement, with strong technical skills, be open to change and challenge and have ambition for both business and personal success.
You should want to actively seek out opportunities that will push you to strengthen your skills and enhance your knowledge under the companies guidance, whilst contributing to improving the business processes.
Whilst a qualification in or experience working with Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt is not essential, it is desirable.
Essential experience/qualities/ skills:
- Ability to lead and coordinate successful cross-functional improvements, involving key team members
- Strong interpersonal skills and able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels of the business
- Experience of working in a fast paced manufacturing / engineering organisation
- Demonstrable data analytics / problem solving skills
- Exceptional organisational and time keeping skills
- Good Numerical & IT skills, (Microsoft Office Suite)
- Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines
- Results driven, Pro-active, energetic, resilient and flexible
- Safety orientated
What's in it for you?
- 6.4 weeks holiday
- Pension scheme
- Discretionary Annual bonus
- Health package – A health cash plan allows you to claim money back towards the cost of your essential medical care such as optical and dental bills: chiropody, therapy treatments and private consultations. Along with Critical Illness Cover and a range of other support services such as 24/7 access to GP consultations, mental health support and fitness programmes
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
This position is suited to someone who has experience in continuous improvement / process management and is looking to continue their journey and career path within this field. If this is you then apply today!