Job Description

Continous Improvement (CI) Leader

Job Title:

Continuous Improvement (CI) Leader

Department:

Operations / Manufacturing

Reports To:

Manufacturing Manager

Location:

Based at Flexipol Haslingden, covering all Flexipol sites (Hull, Haslingden, Dunstable)

Travel:

As required to Flexipol sites in the uk

Role Purpose

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Leader is responsible for driving a culture of operational excellence by facilitating improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role identifies opportunities to enhance productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency by engaging employees, standardizing processes, and implementing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate Continuous Improvement (CI) activities

across the plant to identify and implement process enhancements, cost savings, and waste reduction opportunities.

Engage teams and individuals

to generate ideas for process improvements, fostering a culture of participation and accountability.

Analyse current standards and performance data

to identify improvement opportunities in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Develop and implement improvement plans

, including Kaizen events, 5S, standard work, and problem-solving workshops.

Prepare cost-benefit analyses

and ROI justifications for proposed improvement projects.

Monitor and report project results

, tracking progress against targets and communicating outcomes to leadership.

Train and coach employees

in CI tools and techniques, ensuring sustainable improvements.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams

(Production, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain) to align improvement activities with business objectives.

Standardize best practices

and ensure consistent application of continuous improvement methods across the site.

Support performance management systems

, including KPI tracking and visual management boards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field (preferred). 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing or process improvement roles. Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies. Proven experience facilitating team-based improvement projects. Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a plus.

Performance Metrics

Number and value of implemented improvement ideas. Documented cost savings and ROI from CI projects. Reduction in process waste, downtime, or defects. Engagement levels in CI activities. Sustainability of implemented improvements.

Key Relationships

Internal: Site Managers, Technical Managers, Quality Teams, Production Teams, Group Head of Compliance, Technical Director.

External: Customers, Certification Bodies, Regulatory Inspectors, Suppliers.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person