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Zenoot Ltd

Continuous Improvement Manager

Zenoot Ltd, Yorkshire, Virginia, United States

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Overview: Working alongside our client, an established global injection moulding manufacturer servicing the automotive industry, we are looking for an experienced Continuous Improvement Manager to join their team. Remit: •

This position will suit an experienced Continuous Improvement Manager with a proven track record of leading successful improvement projects within a manufacturing environment •

The successful Continuous Improvement Manager candidate will lead and implement improvement initiatives, focusing on optimizing injection moulding, assembly and paint processes •

Fantastic opportunity to join a forward thinking company who place great importance on the investment in the training and development of their staff Role: •

As Continuous Improvement Manager you will be tasked with reducing waste costs to the business, and enhancing production efficiencies whilst also ensuring quality compliance within the manufacturing environment •

In the role of Continuous Improvement Manager you will analyse current manufacturing processes, focusing on injection moulding operations and implement improvement projects to optimize productivity, reduce cycle times and enhance quality. •

Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement tools to reduce waste, eliminate bottlenecks, and improve workflow in moulding operations. •

Develop and implement standardized operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency, reliability, and high-quality output in plastic moulding production. •

Investigate production issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to address and prevent quality defects or downtime. •

Train production team members on best practices in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies, building a culture of operational excellence. •

Collect and analyse production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities; develop KPIs to track progress and ensure alignment with organizational goals. •

Lead and manage continuous improvement projects from planning through implementation, ensuring timely completion and measurable results. •

Collaborate with Maintenance and Engineering teams to assess and improve the performance and reliability of moulding equipment, including predictive and preventive maintenance initiatives. •

Identify opportunities to reduce operational costs, including material usage, energy consumption, and labour hours, while maintaining quality and safety standards. Experience Requirements:• Degree qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management or related field •

Minimum 5 years’ experience within injection moulding manufacturing •

Proven record of leading successful improvement projects within a manufacturing environment •

Experience with injection moulding equipment and process variables such as mould setup, machine calibration and cycle optimization •

Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies •

Excellent communication skills •

Punctuality and time management skills •

Project management •

Ability to remain calm under pressure

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