Process Improvement Strategist

7 days ago


Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom James Walker Full time

We are seeking a skilled Process Improvement Strategist to join our team at James Walker.

As a Process Improvement Strategist, you will play a critical role in driving operational excellence and fostering innovation within our organisation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading continuous improvement projects to successful conclusion and implementation, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities for enhancement and implementing cutting-edge methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma.

You will also be responsible for developing and delivering training on CI tools and techniques throughout the business, generating improvement plans, and ensuring all CI activities are monitored, tracked, and progressed in line with operational commitments/KPI's.

Benchmarking best practices to measure and improve organisation performance will also be an essential part of this role.

About You:

Essential Experience:

  • Solid experience of delivering continuous improvement projects.
  • Proven track record in sustainable improvements
  • Working with people at all different levels
  • Influencing and seeking buy-in from others
  • Implementing lean principles and processes

Preferred Experience:

  • Strong related manufacturing operations management and process analysis and improvement experience.

Qualifications:

Essential Qualifications:

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or above

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Diploma / Degree qualified in related engineering or operational bias subject matter.
  • IOSH Managing Safely

The salary range for this position is approximately $70,000 - $90,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. We offer a competitive benefits package including health insurance and retirement savings plan.



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