Continuous Improvement Manager

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Overview: Working alongside our client, an established global injection moulding manufacturer servicing the automotive industry, we are looking for an experienced Continuous Improvement Manager to join their team.

Remit:

  • This position will suit an experienced Continuous Improvement Manager with a proven track record of leading successful improvement projects within a manufacturing environment

  • The successful Continuous Improvement Manager candidate will lead and implement improvement initiatives, focusing on optimizing injection moulding, assembly and paint processes

  • Fantastic opportunity to join a forward thinking company who place great importance on the investment in the training and development of their staff

    Role:

  • As Continuous Improvement Manager you will be tasked with reducing waste costs to the business, and enhancing production efficiencies whilst also ensuring quality compliance within the manufacturing environment

  • In the role of Continuous Improvement Manager you will analyse current manufacturing processes, focusing on injection moulding operations and implement improvement projects to optimize productivity, reduce cycle times and enhance quality.

  • Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement tools to reduce waste, eliminate bottlenecks, and improve workflow in moulding operations.

  • Develop and implement standardized operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency, reliability, and high-quality output in plastic moulding production.

  • Investigate production issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to address and prevent quality defects or downtime.

  • Train production team members on best practices in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies, building a culture of operational excellence.

  • Collect and analyse production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities; develop KPIs to track progress and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

  • Lead and manage continuous improvement projects from planning through implementation, ensuring timely completion and measurable results.

  • Collaborate with Maintenance and Engineering teams to assess and improve the performance and reliability of moulding equipment, including predictive and preventive maintenance initiatives.

  • Identify opportunities to reduce operational costs, including material usage, energy consumption, and labour hours, while maintaining quality and safety standards.

    Experience Requirements:

  • Degree qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management or related field

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience within injection moulding manufacturing

  • Proven record of leading successful improvement projects within a manufacturing environment

  • Experience with injection moulding equipment and process variables such as mould setup, machine calibration and cycle optimization

  • Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Punctuality and time management skills

  • Project management

  • Ability to remain calm under pressure

    Key Words: “Continuous Improvement Manager”, “Process Improvement Manager”, “Process Manager”, “CI Manager”, “Lean Process Engineer”, “Injection Moulding”, Plastics, Automotive, “Six Sigma”, IATF16949

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