Lean Specialist

At Eakin Healthcare, care is at the heart of everything we do.

We are a family-owned global medical device company driven by a simple vision:
Where Care Leads, Hope Follows. For more than 50 years, we've been developing innovative healthcare solutions that make a meaningful difference to the lives of patients around the world.

Today, our team of over 700 colleagues operates across three UK manufacturing sites, 12 international sales and distribution centres, and exports to more than 60 countries worldwide. From market-leading Ostomy and Respiratory therapies to our trusted Respond home delivery service, we're committed to improving lives through innovation, quality and exceptional care.

We don't just care for the people who use our products and services, we care for our colleagues too. That's why we're proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work, creating an environment where people can thrive, grow and make a real impact.

If you're looking for a career with purpose, where your work matters and your contribution is valued, we'd love to hear from you.

We’re good at what we do – come and join us and you can benefit from:

• Bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 28)
• Option to buy holiday days
• Wellbeing Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Referral Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Free Parking

Job Title:

Lean Specialist

Reporting to:
Director of Operations - Ostomy

Hours per week: 37.5

Shift Work:
Days Monday to Friday

Travel:
Occasional between sites

Direct Reports:
None

Based within our Cardiff facility or Cardiff DC, reporting to the Director of Operations this is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team, and work across various functions. This will be a hands on role and will suit an individual who can quickly build professional working relationships, work within a team and enjoy working to a high degree of autonomy.

As a Lean Specialist you will evaluate existing processes, workflows, and systems in collaboration with our diverse team to identify areas for improvement. Conduct thorough data driven and fact based analyses to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and optimisation opportunities that are critical to meet the business objectives.

This role will lead and support Ostomy Operations, (Production, Bulk Warehouse and Respond), through the change process and support employees with their lean manufacturing education through the necessary training and Kaizen events.

• Identifying opportunities for process improvement, waste removal, and cost reduction.
• Conduct value stream mapping and other Lean assessments to diagnose opportunities.
• Planning, facilitating, and executing continuous improvement events using Lean tools.
• Teaching, leading, and coaching cross-functional teams on Lean tools and methodology.
• Working to continuously improve processes both on the Production and Warehouse floors as well as transactional where required. Clearly defining program objectives and scope.

• Evaluating and prioritising potential improvements based on gains and required effort.
• Securing employee commitment for proactive change management.
• Establishing a clear and well-articulated implementation plan.
• Lead root cause analysis efforts using tools such as 5 Whys and Fishbone diagrams.
• Identifying intervention priorities and indicators.
• Development and implementation of 5S, Visual Management along with other Lean methodologies
• Develop and deliver Lean training to employees at all levels.
• Identifying available resources (for example, people, material, and finances).
• Mapping out in detail the desired situation.
• Clearly defining methodology.
• Accurately analysing options including impact and feasibility.
• Specifying obstacles and ways to overcome them through continuous improvement.
• Regularly monitoring the implementation of solutions to achieve objectives and expected benefits.

• To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the company’s’ Health and Safety policy.
• To adhere to the company’s Quality policy and Environmental policy.
• To undertake other duties as…