Continuous Improvement Manager

NOV Fluid Motion Solutions is a leading manufacturer specialising in Progressive Cavity Pumps and Mixer technology. With a strong commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement, we strive to deliver high-quality, reliable products and services to our customers. We are looking to expand our team with a Continuous Improvement Manager who will play a key role in shaping the future of our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the site-wide continuous improvement strategy, ensuring alignment with NOV’s operational goals.
• Collaborate with leadership to align CI initiatives with business objectives.
• Report progress of CI initiatives to stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify, plan, and implement Lean manufacturing projects (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, SMED) to improve efficiency and eliminate waste.
• Conduct root cause analysis and problem‑solving sessions to address process inefficiencies and quality issues.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops to develop and execute improvement plans.
• Establish, monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPI) such as OEE, cycle time, scrap rate, and cost savings.
• Train and mentor team members on Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement through coaching, engagement, and accountability at all levels of the organization.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, or operational excellence roles, preferably in pumps, mechanical equipment, or precision engineering.
• Experience in both manufacturing and office‑based (commercial/engineering) improvements.
• Experience with both physical and cultural transformation.
• Strong working knowledge of Hoshin Kanri (X‑Matrix), VSM, hosting Kaizen events, Lean, Six Sigma, and problem‑solving tools.
• Demonstrated success in leading site‑wide continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and project management skills.
• Ability to influence and hold people accountable for their actions throughout the organization.
• Green Belt Six Sigma certification.

Preferred

• Black Belt certification.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing metrics (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Experience working in a unionised or regulated manufacturing environment.

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong leadership abilities and the capacity to inspire and engage others.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on achieving sustainable improvements.

About Us

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About The Team

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