Operational Excellence Manager

Multi-Million Global technical solution provider requires an ambitious Operational Excellence Manager looking to join a company that offers considerable career growth with sites throughout Europe.
 
BASIC SALARY: £45,000 -£49,000
 
BENEFITS:
· Car Allowance
· Company Bonus
· Pension
· Death in Service
· Private Healthcare
· Mobile & Laptop
· 28 Days Holiday
 
LOCATION: Dundee
 
COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Aberdeen, Perth, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dunfermline, Stirling
 
JOB DESCRIPTION: Operational Excellence Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Process Improvement Manager - manufacturer, coatings, optical coatings
 
This Operational Excellence Manager role is a pivotal leadership position, focused on driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and boosting performance. It will also involve strategic planning throughout the site and all aspects of the sites implementation of the Information Technology and systems. In this role, you will be responsible for developing a performance culture that uses facts and data to drive business decisions and customer value.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Operational Excellence Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Process Improvement Manager - manufacturer, coatings, optical coatings
 
· Create and develop strategies to improve standard operating procedures towards a right -first-time holistic approach
· Implement and manage LEAN Six sigma methodologies in order to streamline processes, improve cost containment and free up intellectual capital
· Conduct root cause analysis using tools like Kaizen, and value stream mapping
· Engage with business leaders to set priorities and drive results
· People leadership experience - direct management of one member of staff
· Support the process to commission new equipment and/or technology to ensure all affected processes are identified and managed accordingly
 
PERSON SPECIFICATION: Operational Excellence Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Process Improvement Manager - manufacturer, coatings, optical coatings
 
We would be delighted to receive applications from individuals who meet the following brief:
· Ideally qualified to degree level in a technical subject, preferably Physics, although we will consider other subjects
· Any knowledge of optical coatings would be of specific interest
· Six Sigma Black belt certified
· Good project management experience
· Excellent analytical and process improvement methodologies
· Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and communicate project status
· Strategic thinker with a strong capability to proactively identify risks and apply problem-solving skills with an innovative and flexible approach
 
THE COMPANY:
 
We are one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of Electro-Optic Solutions including thin-film coatings to some of the most demanding specifications and applications. With over 30 years' experience, our extensive knowledge enables us to repeatedly manufacture precision optical coatings with exceptional spectral and environmental performance. We are renowned experts in design, development and manufacture of thin-film coating solutions, we have grown significantly over the years at our state-of-the-art facility.
 
PROSPECTS:
 
We are looking for an experienced Operational Excellence Manager who has the potential and desire to take on greater responsibilities in the future as there is potential for career development within the business, subject to performance.
 
It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services:  Operational Excellence Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, CI Manager, Business Process Owner, Process Improvement Manager, Lean Manager
 
INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.
 
Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.
 
Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct.
 
REF: IP18297, Wallace Hind Selection