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Operational Excellence Manager - Lean - high technology manufacturer
We represent an established and expanding high technology manufacturer who design and develop a range of innovative scientific instruments. With significant and ongoing growth plans, theyre now seeking an operational excellence manager to develop and embed a world-class manufacturing culture across the business, enhancing NPI, quality and production processes to ensure they can offer their product right first time and meet their SQCDP targets.
You will work closely with R&D, Engineering and Operations teams to convert complex technical requirements into standardised manufacturing processes, visual work instructions, effective quality controls and error-proofed production systems.
Key skills
Currently working in continuous improvement, operational excellence or maybe quality, in a leadership role where effective relationship building, influencing, coaching and mentoring are key to success
Experienced in a manufacturing environment preferably electromechanical assembly biased
Experienced in establishing and successfully embedding SOPs, and working to a SQDCP model or similar set of KPIs.
Excellent knowledge and practical implementation of a range of operational excellence and Lean tools 5S, visual management, Poka-Yoke, PDCA
Ideally experience in NPI quality tools such as APQP and PFMEA, and root cause problem solving using techniques such as 8D, 5Y, DMAIC.
Through working with cross functional teams, able to develop organisational capability in Lean thinking, waste elimination and continuous improvement. xgikmsk
Previous direct team leadership experience is preferred, though we can consider those used to matrix management for projects, who might want to step into a direct managerial role.
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Operational Excellence Lead in Didcot employer: Nicholson Hird
Join a leading multinational manufacturing organisation that prioritises operational excellence and employee development. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, you will benefit from a supportive work culture that values innovation and rewards high performance, alongside structured training and career progression opportunities. Located in a dynamic environment, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact while being part of a globally recognised team committed to achieving outstanding results.
