Continuous Improvement Green Belt (24 month Fixed Term Contract)

About the Role

This opportunity is based onsite in Kidderminster, England, with a contract duration of 24 months. The role offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000, complemented by excellent benefits. The position focuses on leading and embedding continuous improvement initiatives that drive lasting operational and business performance enhancements across manufacturing and business support functions within a prominent UK defence manufacturer.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support continuous improvement projects spanning manufacturing and business units.
• Implement and promote Operational Excellence initiatives such as Lean deployment, Quick Response Quality Control (QRQC), Kaizen events, and customer-focused improvement programs.
• Facilitate workshops and provide training to enhance Lean capabilities throughout the organization.
• Analyze operational data to extract trends and root causes using tools including Excel and other business intelligence platforms.
• Develop current and future state process maps employing methodologies like Value Stream Mapping and SIPOC.
• Assist in project selection, prioritization, and prepare business cases for improvement initiatives.
• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of improvement projects ensuring outcomes are measured, implemented, and sustained effectively.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to boost productivity, reduce waste, and elevate overall business performance.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and enhance staff engagement across the organization.

Candidate Requirements

• Possess Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or an equivalent qualification.
• Hold a degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, Operations, or related fields.
• Have a minimum of five years of experience in continuous improvement roles within manufacturing or engineering sectors.
• Proven track record of achieving measurable business benefits such as cost reductions, cycle time improvements, productivity growth, or operational efficiencies.
• Strong proficiency in applying Lean, DMAIC, and other Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Excellent analytical abilities to interpret complex datasets and translate insights into actionable improvements.
• Capability to influence diverse stakeholders, challenge existing practices, and lead organizational change.
• Experience in aerospace, defence, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments is advantageous.

Additional Information

This position is ideal for professionals aiming to work in a company making significant investments in manufacturing capabilities and operational enhancements. Suitable job titles include Continuous Improvement Engineer, Operational Excellence Engineer, Lean Engineer, Manufacturing Excellence Engineer, or Business Improvement Engineer. Candidates passionate about operational transformation and delivering impactful results are encouraged to consider this role.