Continuous Improvement Specialist

Continuous Improvement Specialist

Hethel

Permanent

Hybrid

About the Role: 

The Continuous Improvement Specialist will play a pivotal role in driving process optimisation and operational excellence, through the implementation of Lean principles, with a specific focus on Warehousing and Supply Chain Operations.

The successful candidate will hold at least a Green Belt certification in Lean Six Sigma with demonstrated experience of delivering Continuous Improvement within a Supply Chain and Warehousing Environment.

This is a hands-on role, working largely with the warehouse operations team, to instil a Continuous improvement culture.

The ideal candidate but will also be required to branch out into other areas of the business, as we progress through our CI deployment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Own the CI Deployment within our Material Management Processes.
• Apply the concepts, tools, and training techniques of Lean, Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma (DMAIC) philosophies.
• Map and Identify improvement opportunities, through working with the shop floor teams, to drive incremental improvement.
• Conduct time and motion studies to identify and eliminate bottlenecks in processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, to develop and implement process changes.
• Guide, train, and coach management teams in the application of our Operational Excellence Framework, including lean principles and techniques, to allow them to transform their business area.
• Support the delivery of in-house training/coaching of Continuous Improvement tools and techniques for the operational teams to use and manage.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:

• Proven experience of implementing Continuous Improvement initiatives in a warehouse and manufacturing setting.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Minimum).
• 5S, 8D, Kaizen, VSM, PDCA and Standardised Work.
• Strong Analytical and problems solving skills (Excel).
• Strong Presentation skills (PowerPoint).
• Process Mapping (Visio).
• Proficient in using warehouse management systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Resilient, flexible, and approachable.
• Leadership.
• Analytical.
• Methodical.
• Lateral Thinking.
• Systems thinking.
• Process compliance.
• Continuous Improvement.

About Lotus:

Lotus Cars is based in Hethel, Norfolk, UK, and is the global headquarter for sports car and hypercar manufacturing operations, the Lotus Advanced Performance Centre and the iconic 2.2-mile test track.

Lotus builds world-class high-performance cars, born out of legendary success on the racetrack including 13 FIA Formula 1 world titles and many other championship honours. In July 2021 Lotus unveiled the all-new Lotus Emira, its last petrol-powered sports car and best-of-breed, and in July 2019 it launched the Evija, the world's first all-electric British hypercar.

The latest new model from Lotus is the Eletre. Unveiled in March 2022, it has the soul of a sports car and the usability of an SUV. It is pure electric and represents a clear vision of the future ambition of the company.

The ongoing transformation of Lotus, from a UK sports car company to a global performance car business and brand, is laid out in the company's Vision80 strategy. It states what Lotus will be in 2028 when we celebrate our 80th anniversary. We welcome talented, creative, and motivated people to join us on our journey.

We offer you all the advantages of working for a prestigious high-tech automotive company. You will find a purpose-built facility; with all the tools and equipment you need to do an outstanding job. You will benefit from our fast-paced learning environment and our track record in designing and manufacturing thoroughbred sports cars over the last seven decades.

What We Offer You:

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:

• 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Half day finish on a Friday
• 6% pension contribution 
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme, based on your contribution and the performance of the company
• Private Healthcare
• Group income protection based on length of service
• Paid time off for medical appointments
• Family Friendly policies
• Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing, and recognition platform #ForUSLOT 

We reserve the right to close this role early if a high volume of applicants is received.