Continuous Improvement Manager

6 days ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland BioTalent Full time

Our client, an international medical device company, is seeking an experienced Lean leader to collaborate with C-level leadership to develop and drive ongoing process improvements within the organization\'s Lean framework and strategic roadmap.

Responsibilities
  • Spearhead transformation initiatives in critical operational areas.
  • Utilize structured problem-solving techniques and process mapping to assess challenges, develop solutions, and oversee execution.
  • Enhance and implement tiered visual and daily management systems to optimize factory operations.
  • Organize and lead rapid-improvement workshops to generate immediate, lasting efficiencies on the production floor.
  • Evaluate and refine transactional processes to reduce inefficiencies, enhance productivity, and cut costs.
  • Provide training on Lean methodologies, including daily operations management, structured problem-solving, workplace organization (6S), quick changeover (SMED), inventory control (Kanban), and operational equipment efficiency.
  • Share best practices and benchmarking insights from both internal and external sources.
  • Drive measurable improvements in key performance areas: safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
Qualifications
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
  • Bachelor\'s degree required; an advanced degree is advantageous.
  • Proven experience to engage both leadership and frontline teams in Lean deployment.
  • Demonstrated history of delivering sustainable operational improvements.
  • Hands-on experience in manufacturing environments with a strong emphasis on Lean methodologies.
  • Expertise in rolling out Lean frameworks, achieving measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and supply chain agility.
  • Proficiency in value stream enhancement techniques such as quick changeover (SMED), visual and daily management, standard work, and continuous improvement tools.
  • Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent preferred.
  • Strong leadership skills with a proactive mindset and decision-making ability.
  • Effective at influencing stakeholders at all organizational levels.
  • Knowledge of statistical analysis and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.
  • Project management certification (PMP) or equivalent experience is desirable.
Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Manufacturing and Production
Industries
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Manufacturing

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