Continuous Improvement Manager

A leading global manufacturer within a specialist market sector are looking to recruit an experienced Continuous Improvement Manager to join their Bristol operation. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of site-wide improvement programmes, champion Lean methodologies, and work closely with senior leadership to deliver sustainable operational improvements within a complex manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will enjoy significant autonomy and the chance to make a genuine impact on business performance.

Responsibilities

Lead operational improvement and business transformation initiatives to increase efficiency, quality, and performance of the departments; Implement lean processes, governance, and continuous improvement practices across the organisation; Partner with senior leaders to drive change, improve collaboration, and deliver measurable business results; Coach teams to build a high-performance, process-driven culture; Partner with senior leaders to shape operating models, resource requirements, capability development and business priorities; Improve the quality of operational documents, such as work instructions and SOP’s

Requirements

Proven experience in a CI / operational excellence / business transformation role; Good record of improving performance across complex/ product based businesses; Strong understanding of operational excellence methods; Experience operating at a strategic level

Nice to have

Degree educated in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations or Industrial engineering

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme; Hybrid Working; 33 days Annual leave; Company Sick pay; EAP; GP Services; 25 Days + Bank Holidays; Cash Plan