Lean Manufacturing Director
Posted 14 days ago
- Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
- Permanent
- Car + Bonus + Benefits
- £90,000 to £110,000 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In 14 days
As the Lean Manufacturing Director, you will lead the design and execution of a lean strategy that supports long-term business goals. This role will focus on eliminating inefficiencies, driving cultural transformation, and leveraging technology to boost productivity and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lean Strategy & Implementation
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Develop a lean manufacturing roadmap aligned with strategic objectives
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Implement Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies
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Eliminate waste and streamline production processes
2. Operational Excellence
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Lead initiatives including VSM, 5S, Standard Work, SMED, and Kanban
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Introduce data-driven decision-making using real-time KPIs and analytics
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Empower employees to identify and solve operational challenges
3. Cross-Functional Leadership
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Collaborate across engineering, production, quality, and supply chain
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Train and mentor teams on lean tools and best practices
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Drive change management and employee engagement in lean initiatives
4. Performance Metrics & Cost Optimization
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Establish KPIs for efficiency, cycle time, defect rates, and OEE
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Lead cost-reduction and productivity improvement projects
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Conduct regular Gemba walks and audits to uphold lean practices
5. Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0
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Integrate automation, IoT, AI, and smart manufacturing tools
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Develop real-time process dashboards with IT and ops teams
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Apply predictive analytics and machine learning to optimize performance
✅ Requirements:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or similar
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10+ years of manufacturing and lean leadership experience
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Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt preferred
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Strong track record in large-scale operational excellence
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Knowledge of ERP, MES, and Industry 4.0 is a plus
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Excellent leadership, communication, and change management skills
This is a high-impact role with visibility across the business—ideal for a seasoned lean expert ready to take the next step in shaping world-class manufacturing operations.
Apply now to lead transformation across a progressive and ambitious UK manufacturing group
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lean Strategy & Implementation
*
Develop a lean manufacturing roadmap aligned with strategic objectives
*
Implement Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies
*
Eliminate waste and streamline production processes
2. Operational Excellence
*
Lead initiatives including VSM, 5S, Standard Work, SMED, and Kanban
*
Introduce data-driven decision-making using real-time KPIs and analytics
*
Empower employees to identify and solve operational challenges
3. Cross-Functional Leadership
*
Collaborate across engineering, production, quality, and supply chain
*
Train and mentor teams on lean tools and best practices
*
Drive change management and employee engagement in lean initiatives
4. Performance Metrics & Cost Optimization
*
Establish KPIs for efficiency, cycle time, defect rates, and OEE
*
Lead cost-reduction and productivity improvement projects
*
Conduct regular Gemba walks and audits to uphold lean practices
5. Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0
*
Integrate automation, IoT, AI, and smart manufacturing tools
*
Develop real-time process dashboards with IT and ops teams
*
Apply predictive analytics and machine learning to optimize performance
✅ Requirements:
*
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or similar
*
10+ years of manufacturing and lean leadership experience
*
Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt preferred
*
Strong track record in large-scale operational excellence
*
Knowledge of ERP, MES, and Industry 4.0 is a plus
*
Excellent leadership, communication, and change management skills
This is a high-impact role with visibility across the business—ideal for a seasoned lean expert ready to take the next step in shaping world-class manufacturing operations.
Apply now to lead transformation across a progressive and ambitious UK manufacturing group