Continuous Improvement Manager
Continuous Improvement Manager – Brand new role
Full time, permanent
Hybrid WFH + Flexitime working hours
Full time Permanent role
10% annual bonus
~ Exceptional company pension contribution
~ Hybrid work‑from‑home options
~ Flexible working hours / flexitime
~ Private healthcare plan & employee wellbeing support
~ Industry‑leading training & long‑term development
~ A global organisation recognised as a Top Employer worldwide
A world‑class international manufacturer with a major site in Belfast is appointing a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead operational excellence across a highly regulated, technically advanced production environment. This organisation is regarded as a global leader in its field, operating to the highest standards of quality, safety, and manufacturing innovation. With major investment, long-term growth plans, and a strong culture of employee development, this is a brand‑new role created to strengthen CI capability on site.
Reporting to the senior leadership team, this newly created position will champion continuous improvement initiatives across operations, engineering, quality, supply chain, and production. You will lead structured improvement programmes, implement best‑practice methodologies, and work cross‑functionally to enhance process capability, cost efficiency, and overall site performance. This is a high‑visibility role offering real autonomy, strategic influence, and the opportunity to shape long‑term transformation across a major manufacturing operation. Key Responsibilities – Continuous Improvement Manager:
Lead cross‑functional improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and data‑driven methodologies
Identify process bottlenecks, waste, and improvement opportunities through structured analysis
Drive standardisation of workflows, performance KPIs, and best‑practice tools across teams
Support automation, digitalisation, and transformation initiatives within manufacturing operations
Coach, mentor, and upskill teams in CI tools (5S, VSM, root‑cause analysis, PDCA, Kaizen)
Monitor CI project performance, cost savings, and operational impact
Essential Criteria – Continuous Improvement Manager:
Strong experience within CI, Operational Excellence, or Process Improvement roles - Project
Proven success delivering improvement projects within manufacturing, engineering, medical device, electronics, FMCG, or regulated industries
Ability to manage multiple projects with complex stakeholder groups
Hugh has 13+ years' experience specifically in Engineering / Manufacturing Recruitment and specialises across Senior Executive Placements, CI, Design/Development, and Quality Engineering roles throughout Ireland.
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