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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence methodologies, including Lean, Kaizen, and DMAIC, while effectively coaching and mentoring leaders to foster a culture of sustainable operational improvements. Utilizes strong analytical skills to translate data into actionable insights and supports the implementation of Management Operating Systems.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Continuous ImprovementLean ManufacturingKaizen MethodologyDMAIC MethodologyStakeholder Management
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Hard Skills
Operational ExcellenceStructured Problem-SolvingData AnalysisPerformance ImprovementValue Stream Mapping
Soft Skills
CoachingFacilitationInfluencingCross-Functional CollaborationEngagement
Tools & Technologies
Management Operating SystemsKey Performance Indicators
Industry Keywords
Manufacturing EnvironmentChange ManagementWaste ReductionEfficiency ImprovementGemba Activities
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the implementation of Puratos' Operational Excellence programme across the UK cluster
- Partner with site leadership teams to create and deliver improvement roadmaps aligned to business priorities
- Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve efficiency and deliver sustainable operational improvements
- Track progress, measure outcomes and ensure improvement initiatives deliver lasting results
- Develop Continuous Improvement knowledge and capability throughout the organisation
- Coach managers and leaders in problem solving, Lean methodologies and operational excellence tools
- Deliver training and mentoring that supports long-term capability growth
- Create a culture where continuous improvement becomes part of everyday working practices
- Facilitate improvement projects using Kaizen, DMAIC and structured problem-solving techniques
- Support value stream mapping, loss and waste analysis and performance improvement projects
- Use data and insight to identify priorities and focus resources where they will have the greatest impact
- Share best practice across sites and support cross-functional collaboration
- Support the development and implementation of site-wide Management Operating Systems (MOS)
- Help leaders establish effective routines, key performance indicators and standard ways of working
- Coach managers through Gemba activities and Leader Standard Work practices
- Ensure improvements are sustained through effective governance, review processes and change management
- Report to the Operations Director and partner with leaders across Buckingham, Fringford and Fourayes
Requirements
What you’ll need- Significant experience in Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence or Lean Manufacturing
- Experience leading change programmes within a manufacturing environment
- Strong coaching, facilitation and influencing skills
- Practical experience of Lean, Kaizen, DMAIC and structured problem-solving methodologies
- Excellent analytical capability with the ability to translate data into practical actions
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to engage people at all levels
- Degree qualified in Engineering, Science or a related discipline is desirable
Benefits
Comp & perks- Annual bonus scheme: 5% standard, with stretch potential up to 10%
- Up to 7.5% employer pension contributions
- BUPA private medical insurance single cover fully paid, with options to add family members
- Up to 5 weeks annual leave, plus flexibility to buy or sell additional days
- Enhanced company sick pay
- Structured learning and development programs with a target of 5 learning days per year
- ‘Calling for Caring’ wellbeing initiatives
- Life assurance: 2x salary plus a 20% spouse pension
- Income protection
- Loyal service awards
- Employee Assistance Program
- £500 Refer a Friend scheme for successful referrals
- High street discounts through Perkbox
- Monthly ‘Magic Star’ awards with £50 vouchers
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Caring, trustful, respectful and inclusive work environment