Continuous Improvement Co-ordinator

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace Blackpool has an exciting opportunity for a Continuous Improvement Co-Ordinator.

Full Time Permanent Contract

40 hours per week.

Mon-Thu 7:30 - 4:00 / Fri 7:30 - 1:30

**Job location**: Blackpool Business Park, Amy Johnson Way, Blackpool, FY4 2RP

Unionised site - works in partnership with Unite the Union.

To support the deployment of CI and lean manufacturing across the Blackpool business to ensure the business reaches operational excellence in line with MOS (Magellan Operating Systems) procedures. This will encompass working with the management team to develop a structure and environment to allow CI to happen and putting in place the correct measures to ensure benefit are delivered in line with a plan. Training team members in reviewed processes and lean manufacturing methods will also be part of this role.

Perks and Benefits

A company culture that promotes work life balance

Access to mental health support

Business performance related bonus

Career development opportunities

Commitment to continued learning and development

Perkbox - includes monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops etc

Long Service Awards

Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service

Free parking

Essential

**Responsibilities**:
Must maintain knowledge of current lean manufacturing processes and tools and educate critical people within the organisation on suggested approaches to improve the company’s machines, products, processes and culture

Lead training to implement identified strategies for improvement including the organising and administration of all CI training.

Support to operational teams to focus on continuous improvement to eliminate short and long-term problems, reduce waste and delivering Right First Time output results.

Use leadership to build commitment and understanding of lean principles, such as lean awareness, six sigma, and Kaizen to accomplish the improvement goals for the organisation.

Assist in the preparation of technical reports, case study documentation and training manuals (SOPs)

Assist in the development of the process model /maps

Assist in the development of project plans and project definitions

To seek out and recommend continuous improvement methods to improve and enhance the operational performance

Capture and publish lessons learnt and best practice from improvement projects

Lead VSM exercises on key areas of the business and support with improvement techniques to discharge project objectives

To take a responsible approach to health, safety and environment risks in relation to your own job role and to control the risks or report them to management as appropriate

Develop and conduct compliance audits and reviews to drive results with the fortitude to ensure change is permanent

Coordinates with related departments and functions to assure appropriate information flow and understanding of overall process improvement direction

Any other duties as required, commensurate with your job position.

Skill/Knowledge Requirements

**Academic**:
Good standard of education

**Key Competencies**:
Strong influencer

Other skills/Abilities/ Personal Attributes

Problem Solver & decision maker

Strong analytical skills

Creative

Organised

Proactive

Team player

Focused and self-confident

Trustworthy

Results orientated

Good verbal and written communication skills

Self-directed and self-motivated

Visionary

Earns respect of colleagues

Training delivery

**About us**:
Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.

At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent