Continuous Improvement Facilitator

Our client was founded in 1860 and has one of the largest packaging companies in the world. The company itself develops and produces flexible, paper, ready-made solution packaging and more. There is a great opportunity for a continuous improvement specialist to improve processes, quality, waste, and productivity.

Position: Continuous Improvement Specialist

Location: Ledbury

Salary: £34,000 - £42,000

Responsibilities:

• Lead Continuous Improvement (CI) projects across all areas of the site.


• Identify and implement best practices throughout the site.


• Coach and support CI project owners to ensure projects are completed on time and meet objectives.


• Ensure the sustainability of CI projects.


• Collaborate with shift managers in the print and finishing area to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.


• Responsible for all CI activities at the site.


• Potential travel to another site to support CI activities when needed.


• Identify and define projects aligned with site and business unit priorities.


• Provide support and facilitate project selection.


• Drive the progress of improvement activities.


• Challenge the team to identify new opportunities.


• Coach CI project owners and sponsors.


• Facilitate CI events and Kaizen workshops.


• Conduct project reviews with owners and sponsors.


• Use appropriate CI methodology.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and a proactive nature (Required).


• Degree or HND level qualification in Engineering or Business (preferred).


• Manufacturing background is essential.


• Lean or Six Sigma certification is highly desirable.


• Leadership skills are highly desirable.


• Specific Skills and Abilities:

If you are interested in applying for this role or need more information, you can contact Sean Turton at 01254781300 or email a copy of your current CV to sean@serlimited.com.