Continuous Improvement Manager

Title: Continuous Improvement Manager Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum Working hours: Monday - Friday, Day Shift Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire VH Talent is pleased to be partnering with our client, a leading engineering company in Hertfordshire, to recruit a Continuous Improvement Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to take the lead in enhancing site performance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and driving operational excellence. In this role, you will lead key improvement initiatives, deliver high-impact Lean Sigma projects, and coach teams in problem-solving methodologies such as Kaizens and A3s. You will become the go-to expert for continuous improvement tools and methods across the business. As a key member of the Site Leadership Team, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing current operations while shaping future strategy. If you have a strong background in Lean principles within manufacturing or engineering and a passion for driving sustainable improvement, we would love to hear from you. The Continuous Improvement Manager Role: * Lead the transformation of site operations by embedding a culture of continuous improvement and high-performing teams across all functions * Act as the key link between the site and Product Group/Division, driving improvement initiatives and enhancing overall performance * Support Business Continuity and Risk Management activities, ensuring strategies are effectively implemented on site * Deliver measurable business improvements and cost savings through structured improvement projects * Coach and develop Green Belts and problem-solving teams (Kaizens/A3s), building internal capability and sustainability * Drive the deployment and maturity of continuous improvement practices, analysing business processes to deliver repeatable, data-driven results aligned to site objectives You’ll Need: * Proven track record of delivering process improvements and automation projects, ideally within high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments * Lean Sigma Belt qualification is essential (Black Belt highly desirable) * Previous experience delivering continuous improvement projects within manufacturing or engineering * Strong ability to communicate and implement CI initiatives across all levels of the business, partnering with senior stakeholders * Experience leading and influencing multiple teams * Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively * Proactive approach with strong decision-making capability * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) * Experience with project management tools (MS Project advantageous) What’s in it for you: * Income Protection * 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) + buy/sell scheme * Pension scheme with up to 10% company contribution * Employee discounts on various services and goods * Permanent position * Company performance-related bonus * Training and development opportunities * Early finish Fridays VH Talent – your Permanent and FTC Recruitment Partner