CI Leader

Continuous Improvement Leader
Location: Redditch  
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Are you a Lean enthusiast with a passion for transforming manufacturing environments?  We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to join manufacturing business. As the Continuous Improvement Leader, you will lead lean initiatives across multiple areas, delivering measurable business improvements. You will identify inefficiencies, optimize processes, and coach teams to adopt best-in-class CI practices. This role requires a hands-on change agent who thrives in collaborative environments and can turn strategy into results.

Continuous Improvement Leader
Key Responsibilities

• Lead Value Stream Mapping (VSM) transformation projects from planning through implementation and evaluation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and prioritize initiatives.
• Apply lean tools and methodologies, including Kaizen, TPM, 5S, Visual Management Systems, and KPI boards.
• Act as a change agent, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Deliver training and coaching on lean principles and leadership behaviors to empower teams.
• Monitor performance using KPIs, track project progress, and ensure sustainable results.
• Utilize project management tools to document, measure, and report on improvement initiatives, including financial and operational impact.

 

Continuous Improvement Leader
Essentials

• Degree in Engineering, Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Continuous Improvement, lean manufacturing, or industrial engineering.
• Expertise in lean tools and methodologies (A3, 8D, PDCA, Six Sigma).
• Proven project management experience and strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, training, mentoring, and influencing abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Minitab, Visio, or similar software.

Please note: All candidates must be eligible for ITAR and Security Clearance (SC).