Continuous Improvement (CI) Lead Blackburn, Lancashire BB1 £40,000 per annum Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday Contract Type: Permanent Overview Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting a proactive and experienced Continuous Improvement (CI) Lead to drive operational excellence and lean transformation across a manufacturing site based in Blackburn, Lancashire, with a strong focus on shop floor activities. This role is pivotal in achieving world-class performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, and in their absence to the Plant Manager, the CI Lead will support site-wide initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed sustainable improvements. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage annual productivity improvement programmes, including monthly reviews and reporting. Facilitate structured sessions for idea generation and prioritisation. Provide coaching and mentorship across all levels of the organisation. Maintain financial records and programme health data (e.g., productivity tracker). Identify and manage multiple CI projects using lean methodologies and governance. Develop data-driven presentations and business cases for process improvements. Analyse manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. Drive profitability and growth through strategic CI initiatives. Conduct p...