Operations Improvement Lead – Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
Location: Bristol
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Type: FTC – 6 Month with Extension Likely - £26ph (£50k PA)
We are seeking an experienced Operations Improvement Lead to join a leading manufacturing business in Bristol.
This is a critical role within Operations, focused on driving cost reduction and process excellence by streamlining production processes, reducing waste, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will:
* Lead and deliver continuous improvement projects using Lean methodologies
* Drive cost reduction initiatives, productivity improvements, and waste elimination
* Develop and implement action plans to improve quality and reduce scrap/rework
* Support visual management, Gemba walks, Kaizen events, and 6S audits
* Provide data analysis on SQCDP metrics, identifying root causes and corrective actions
* Coach and mentor apprentices and teams in Operational Excellence tools and behaviours
* Work cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Business Systems, and Finance to deliver step-change performance improvements
About You
* Background in Operations, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or Process Engineering
* Proven ability to deliver measurable improvement projects (cost, quality, delivery)
* Strong knowledge of Lean tools and principles (Green Belt or equivalent desirable)
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills – able to influence at all levels
* Skilled in data analysis, performance reporting, and problem-solving
* Proactive, collaborative, and passionate about driving operational excellence
What’s on Offer
* Key role influencing business operations and strategy
* Career development through training, mentoring, and exposure to strategic projects
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking and innovative manufacturing business
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