## Industrial Operational Excellence ManagerApply: On-Site: Templecombe: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R0341858Location: Templecombe, United KingdomThales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.**Industrial Operational Excellence Manager** **Lead Transformation. Drive Performance. Shape the Future of Manufacturing.** We are looking for an experienced **Industrial Operational Excellence Manager** to lead our continuous improvement, digital transformation, data analytics, and performance management activities. Leading a multidisciplinary team of Lean Leaders, Digital Engineers and Data Analysts, you will champion Lean principles, embed a culture of operational excellence, and deliver measurable business improvements through digitalisation and data-driven decision making. **Key Responsibilities** Lead Lean, Digital, Data and Performance functions across the organisation Drive continuous improvement through Kaizen, Gemba Walks and structured problem-solving Develop and deliver the digital transformation roadmap Build high-performing teams through coaching and leadership Partner with senior stakeholders to improve operational performance Manage transformation projects, budgets and business cases **About You*** Degree qualified in Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline* Proven experience in complex manufacturing environments* Strong Lean expertise (Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S or equivalent)* Experience leading business transformation and digital initiatives* Exceptional leadership, coaching and stakeholder management skill* #LI-AH1 If you're passionate about operational excellence, digital innovation and leading transformational change, we'd love to hear from you.#IndustrialExcellence #Manufacturing #Lean #ContinuousImprovement #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #EngineeringJobs #OperationsExcellenceAt Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Head of Industrial Excellence in Templecombe employer: Thales Group
Thales is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Crawley. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive training opportunities, competitive benefits including private medical insurance and annual bonuses, and a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact the future of technology. Join us to be part of a team that values diversity, encourages creativity, and prioritises ethical AI solutions.
