Kaizen Lead - J0050873

The Kaizen Lead is responsible for driving a sustainable culture of continuous improvement across the business. The role focuses on data‑led problem solving, coaching and capability building, and the structured deployment of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.

• Strong capability in data analysis, interpretation, and statistical problem solving
• Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement frameworks
• Demonstrable experience leading Kaizen events and cross‑functional workshops
• Understanding of automotive manufacturing environments (electronics assembly preferred)
• Strong coaching mindset with the ability to develop individuals and teams
• Influential change agent able to challenge constructively and inspire engagement
• Proactive, resilient, and results‑focused with a high level of personal accountability
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, regulated manufacturing environment

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment
• Experience coaching, training, or facilitating improvement activities
• Knowledge of quality and operational systems relevant to automotive (e.g. IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA)
• Six Sigma project experience (Green Belt required; Black Belt desirable)

• Reports to:
  
  Operations Manager
• Direct Reports:
  None
• Identify, prioritise, and lead Continuous Improvement and Kaizen initiatives

• Champion and embed a continuous improvement culture aligned with automotive industry standards and business objectives
• Act as a role model for Lean thinking, high‑performance behaviours, and problem‑solving discipline
• Analyse manufacturing, quality, and operational data to identify trends, performance gaps, and improvement opportunities
• Ensure improvement projects are data‑driven, with clear baselines, targets, and benefits tracking
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events, workshops, and breakthrough improvement activities across production and support functions
• Apply Lean tools such as value stream mapping, standard work, 5S, SMED, error‑proofing (Poka‑Yoke), and waste elimination
• Ensure improvements are standardised, sustained, and embedded into daily operations
• Coach and mentor individuals and teams at all levels in CI tools, problem‑solving, and Lean behaviours
• Work cross‑functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Leadership teams
• Provide regular progress updates on CI performance, projects, and benefits realisation
• Support audits, customer requirements, and industry standards relevant to automotive electronics manufacturing