We have an urgent and critical requirement for a highly analytical Lean Manufacturing Specialist to execute a strategic, end-to-end operational review for a small, specialist manufacturing operation based in Birmingham.
This contract is focused on diagnostic analysis and the production of a strategic, high-level improvement roadmap.
The client requires an objective assessment of current manufacturing capabilities and a clear, prioritised plan for future investment and process change.
Key Deliverables: Analysis and Reporting
The specialist will be expected to rapidly immerse themselves in the operation and deliver the following:
1. Comprehensive Diagnostic Review: Perform an end-to-end assessment of all manufacturing processes, covering workflow, material flow, capacity utilisation, and quality control points.
2. Value Stream Mapping (VSM): Conduct detailed VSM across core product lines to accurately map the current state and identify specific, measurable waste and bottleneck areas.
3. Gap Analysis: Define the gap between current state performance (e.g., OEE, lead time) and industry best practices.
4. Strategic Recommendations & Report: Produce a concise, high-level Strategic Improvement Report detailing prioritised, data-backed recommendations for performance uplift. This report must clearly outline the expected ROI and necessary investment for each phase of improvement.<...