Job Title: Continuous Improvement Manager
A leading carton board and folding carton manufacturer is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to provide functional oversight and implementation of the company's operating system and CI programme.
Responsibilities:
* Oversight and development of site CI programme – ensuring consistency in CI approach and the capture and sharing of best practice.
* Development of strategies and initiatives related to CI and Lean Manufacturing to drive improved operational performance
* Functional leadership of CI activity and resources on site basis, working with Operations Team to ensure consistent roll out of CI activity.
Key Skills & Experience:
Essential:
* Substantial experience of continuous improvement approaches (e.g. six sigma, lean six sigma, lean manufacturing)
* Demonstrable track record of leading successful delivery of specific continuous improvement projects
* Demonstrable track record of leading large-scale CI programmes, including influencing organisations
* Computer literacy, Excel, Word and PowerPoint to at least intermediate level
Desirable:
* University degree (Bachelor's level)
* Significant experience of CI in a global business
* Experience/training in CI approaches obtained in organisations with strong CI culture (e.g. Japanese auto company, Japan generally)
* Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
* Evidence of ability to deliver successful & impactful training
* Teaching, Training or Adult learning qualification