Quality & Continuous Improvement Lead page is loaded## Quality & Continuous Improvement Leadlocations: Leedstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101877Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.# About the roleStep into a leadership role where you can drive quality, compliance, and continuous improvement at Sulzer’s Leeds Service Centre — a key facility specialising in the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of rotating equipment for customers across power generation, oil & gas, water, and other heavy industries. Known for its technical capability and fast‐turnaround support, the centre plays a vital role in helping customers minimise downtime and maximise performance. In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by strengthening quality standards, shaping improvement initiatives, and supporting a high‐performing, customer‐focused operation.**Your main responsibilities:*** Investigate and resolve quality issues using structured root‐cause analysis, ensuring robust corrective and preventive actions* Lead and champion continuous improvement initiatives using LEAN methodology, working closely with the local management team* Oversee the internal audit programme and support successful outcomes in customer and third‐party audits* Monitor supplier performance and collaborate with procurement to enhance quality, conformance, and reliability**To succeed in this role, you will need:*** A recognised qualification in mechanical engineering **or** significant experience in a relevant service or repair environment* Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and experience maintaining or managing quality management systems* Proven success in leading LEAN or continuous improvement projects, with strong structured problem‐solving abilities* Excellent communication, leadership, and influencing skills* An understanding of repair processes, rotating equipment, and supplier quality standards# What we offer youWe’ve recently invested significantly in modernising our Leeds Service Centre — creating a brighter, more efficient, and more advanced workspace designed to support high‐quality work and a great employee experience.Alongside our upgraded facilities, you’ll benefit from:**Core Benefits*** Competitive salary & annual bonus scheme* 33 days’ holiday* Defined pension contribution* Employee Assistance Programmes* Discounts on shopping, entertainment & lifestyle* Costco membership option* Discounted personal car leasing for you, family & friends* Long Service Awards* Ongoing learning through Sulzer Learning Pathways**Onsite Perks*** Free, secure parking with EV charging* Multi-faith prayer room* Newly modernised work areas**Community & Wellbeing*** Lively Sports & Social Club with events & prize draws* 24/7 onsite gym* Subsidised vending machines* Subsidised Canteen offering hot and cold foodSulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
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