At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead improvement projects to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in manufacturing operations.
- Company: Join Saint-Gobain, a leader in sustainable construction and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, pension, flexible working hours, and healthcare options.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal growth and flexible working arrangements.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by optimising processes and promoting sustainability in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in continuous improvement and lean tools like Six Sigma; data-driven mindset.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Are you passionate about delivering improvements across distribution and manufacturing operations and applying lean tools and data insights for improvement projects? We’re hiring a Continuous Improvement Manager for our Saint-Gobain Industrial Ceramics site in St Helens. The Continuous Improvement Manager is a key role committed to analysing efficiencies and overseeing continuous improvement initiatives within Saint-Gobain Industrial Ceramics. The position is crucial for finding opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, optimize processes, and reduce costs.
This is a Monday-Friday role based on our site in St Helens. We can offer some flexibility on start and finish times. We are offering a competitive salary, plus bonus, pension, and many flexible benefits including healthcare options.
What we’re looking for:
- An experienced Continuous Improvement Manager or the ability to demonstrate success in CI in production and distribution operations.
- Formally trained and skilled in the application of lean tools in focused improvement projects such as Six Sigma and WCM.
- A data-driven person who can analyse data to improve efficiency and capacity in production and distribution.
- A safety-conscious professional who will consider and factor in operational safety in the delivery of all projects. Formal training in managing safety would be an advantage.
- Excellent change management skills, including culture and systems.
What you will be doing:
- You will instigate improvement projects across processes, systems, operations, and people while encouraging a culture of continuous improvement.
- You will manage both process improvement projects and physical site improvements, including supporting the delivery of CAPEX in plant assets and the site facilities.
- We require a data-driven individual who can pinpoint opportunities to improve site processes, increase efficiency, maximize capacity, and reduce costs.
Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of ‘Making the World a Better Home’. We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.
At Saint-Gobain, we’re always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We’ll happily discuss any need you might have for this role.
Continuous Improvement Manager in St Helens employer: Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland
Saint-Gobain Industrial Ceramics is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in St Helens where innovation and sustainability are at the forefront of our mission. As a Continuous Improvement Manager, you will benefit from a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a strong emphasis on employee growth through training in lean tools and change management. Our inclusive culture fosters collaboration and encourages diverse perspectives, making it a rewarding place to develop your career while contributing to meaningful improvements in operational efficiency.
