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Barleben, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany; Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
Full-time
about 1 month ago
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Our client is a well-established and highly respected structural steel fabrication and construction business, delivering complex steelwork projects across the UK and Ireland. Due to continued growth and a focus on operational excellence, they are seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead improvement initiatives across their fabrication facility and wider construction operations.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced continuous improvement professional to make a genuine impact within a growing business. Reporting to the Operations Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a continuous improvement strategy, embedding lean principles, improving operational efficiency and driving positive cultural change across the organisation.
Working closely with teams across the full project lifecycle, from tendering and design through to fabrication, delivery, construction and handover, you will identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve processes, increase value and support the successful delivery of high-quality projects.
Continuous Improvement Manager - Position Remuneration
Competitive salary depending on experience
Key leadership role within a growing and ambitious structural steel contractor
Opportunity to shape and develop the company's continuous improvement strategy
Private healthcare and additional employee benefits
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Employee discounts and company benefits
Opportunity to work closely with teams across fabrication, engineering and construction operations
Continuous Improvement Manager - Position Overview
Lead the development and implementation of a continuous improvement strategy across the business
Promote a culture of operational excellence, lean thinking and ongoing improvement
Identify and eliminate waste, inefficiencies and non-value-added activities throughout the project lifecycle
Work collaboratively with departments including tendering, design, fabrication, delivery and construction teams to improve processes
Develop structured systems for capturing, evaluating and implementing improvement opportunities
Support teams in improving efficiency, quality, reliability and customer satisfaction
Monitor key performance indicators and use data to measure the success of improvement initiatives
Embed lean manufacturing principles across all levels of the workforce
Improve communication, collaboration and information flow between departments
Provide hands-on coaching and support to teams to ensure improvements are successfully implemented and sustained
Work closely with operational teams on the workshop floor, in offices and on-site to identify and deliver improvements
Contribute to the continued growth and success of a respected structural steel contractor
Continuous Improvement Manager - Position Requirements
Previous experience leading continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing, fabrication, engineering or construction environment
Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and process improvement methodologies
Proven experience identifying inefficiencies and implementing practical solutions that deliver measurable improvements
Ability to engage and influence teams at all levels of an organisation
Strong analytical skills with experience using data to support decision-making
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A hands-on approach with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments
Experience driving cultural change and embedding continuous improvement practices
Structural steel or construction industry experience would be advantageous, although candidates from other engineering or manufacturing sectors will be considered
Proactive, organised and passionate approach to improving processes and developing people
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