Continuous improvement coordinator

Imperial Recruitment Group are delighted to announce that we are working on behalf of a long established engineering company in Teesside to recruit a Continuous Improvement Coordinator on a Permanent basis. Location: Teesside Basis: Permanent Salary: Competitive Overview To be a key member of the Project Management Office (PMO) team, reporting directly to the Head of PMO. Lead and co-ordinate the deployment of 5S, Kaizen and Lean Six Sigma initiatives across site. To drive towards a culture of Continuous Improvement (CI) to raise performance levels and capability. Duties and Responsibilities * Drive a standardized common approach site culture to Continuous Improvement using 5S and Lean Six Sigma methodologies. * Lead 5S, Kaizen and Continuous Improvement initiatives across site * Function as guardian for the site OEE system * Implement Lean Manufacturing strategies for workplace organization, standardized work, process flow and waste reduction. * Create performance management reporting through visual management methods to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People. * Lead Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to find opportunities for process improvements. * Development of performance Key Performance Indicators * Deliver site training in 5S, Kaizen and Lean Six Sigma * Deliver site training in the use of the OEE system. * Ensure that all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements including (but not limited to) workplace organisation, work instructions, risk assessments, COSHH assessments and housekeeping standards are maintained. * Proactively driving a culture of safety performance (BBS, Near Miss reporting, Chemical Awareness, Process Safety Management) * Use of 5S, Kaizen methodologies to improve the safety culture on site * Lead CI teams within a matrix management system * Provide reports and updates on CI Projects to the Head of PMO, SLT and stakeholders * Effective communication to CI teams required Qualifications * Recognised qualification or training in Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen or 5S methodologies Key Skills Essential * Ability to drive projects to completion. * Strong organizational skills * Effective communication skills across all levels of the business * Collaborative with the ability to develop strong working relationships. * Significant experience in a Production or Technical based role Desirable * Previous experience either leading or being part of a team working on 5S, Kaizen or Lean Six Sigma (DMAIC) projects or initiatives. * Good knowledge of site systems, production operations and equipment * Significant experience in a Production or Technical based role For more information on this opportunity or for a confidential conversation please contact Yaw Ankomah at Imperial Recruitment Group