Continuous Improvement Manager

CI Manager Food ManufacturingLocation: South Yorkshire (commutable from Sheffield, Doncaster, Rotherham and surrounding areas) Hours: MondayFriday Salary: 60,00070,000 + benefitsConsidering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.Are you a driven Continuous Improvement professional ready to take ownership of site-wide improvement projects within a fast-moving food manufacturing environment?Protea Recruitment is proud to partner with a well-established food manufacturer seeking an experienced CI Manager to lead their continuous improvement agenda. This is a key leadership position within the operations function, focused on embedding lean principles, driving performance, and supporting long-term site development.The RoleAs CI Manager, youll lead and deliver operational excellence initiatives across all functions. Youll work collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, and cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities, optimise processes, and drive efficiency gains across labour, materials, and overheads.Your responsibilities will include:Leading the development and rollout of Lean and CI programmes to build capability across all levels.Coaching teams in problem-solving and root cause analysis to create a culture of continuous improvement.Supporting TPM and asset care initiatives to enhance reliability and performance.Establishing and tracking key performance metrics to measure and sustain progress.Facilitating improvement workshops and sharing best practices across teams and sites.Driving engagement and alignment around safety, quality, cost, and delivery objectives.About YouYoull be a proactive and influential leader who thrives on driving change and developing people. You enjoy translating strategy into action and are motivated by measurable results.Essential:Proven experience in Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or Process Optimisation within manufacturing.Strong leadership and communication skills, able to influence and motivate at all levels.Track record of delivering measurable improvements using Lean or CI methodologies.Analytical and data-driven, with excellent problem-solving and planning skills.Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel when required.Desirable:Background in the food, drink, or wider FMCG manufacturing sector.Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM methodologies.Degree or HND in Engineering, Food Science, or a related discipline.How to ApplyFor more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Matt Steedman at Protea Recruitment: [email protected] | 0131 378 2530Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position; applicants must have full rights to work in the UK. #FoodManufacturing #ContinuousImprovement #LeanManufacturing #CIManger #OperationalExcellence #ProteaRecruitment #YourFMCGRecruiter

Created: 2025-11-09