Continuous Improvement Manager

Market Weighton, Yorkshire
Howdens Joinery
Howdens Joinery is looking for an articulate and driven individual to join our team as a Continuous Improvement Manager based at our state-of-the-art solid surfaces manufacturing facility in Holmes on Spalding Moor. This facility produces high-end, made-to-order bespoke worktops. The role will involve spearheading, facilitating, and overseeing continuous improvement initiatives aimed at achieving world-class performance and workplace organisation standards. You will have a high degree of autonomy, empowering you to devise a strategic roadmap encompassing short-, mid-, and long-term goals, developed collaboratively with all site functions.

Ideal candidates will possess a solid understanding of continuous improvement and process improvement methodologies and proficiency in operations. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for effectively leading and supporting improvement endeavours.

Additionally, the ability to inspire and mobilise cross-functional teams is crucial in realising the site’s vision of “being the best.” If you’re ready to drive transformative change and contribute to our pursuit of excellence, we invite you to join us at HWS.

What will you be doing as a Continuous Improvement Manager:

• Identification and delivery of improvement projects
• Identification of process and machinery improvements through CI and lean methodologies to improve product quality and operational efficiency
• Leading and facilitating continuous improvement workshops and training sessions
• Developing, supporting, and governing the use of lean tools and techniques to support business improvement initiatives

What do you need to qualify for the Continuous Improvement Manager:

• Proven experience in lean process improvements, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment
• Ability to utilise and champion LEAN / Six Sigma / and business improvement techniques
• Demonstrated success in multi-function team engagement, including mentoring and empowering others to lead and deliver improvements
• Understanding of HSE requirements within a manufacturing environment
• Track and communicate results at all levels within the business
• Lean Six Sigma black/green belt or other recognised business improvement qualifications
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools, such as Excel & Minitab
• Greatcommunication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

What we can offer:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays per year & opportunity to buy extra holidays
• Fantastic staff discounts
• Share save scheme
• Exceptional reward and recognition events

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 800 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.3 billion sales made last year.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to Apply :

We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Continuous Improvement Manager, then we are keen to hear from you.

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