Hays
Lean Manufacturing Manager
Requirements
Candidates should have proven experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, operational excellence, or a similar role, along with strong knowledge of lean tools and principles. They should also bring manufacturing operations knowledge, analytical problem-solving skills, workshop and project leadership experience, and the ability to communicate with and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Job Description
About the job
Lean Manufacturing Manager
Contract
Location - Chichester
Are you passionate about driving continuous improvement and operational excellence within a manufacturing environment?
We're looking for an experienced Lean Manufacturing Manager to lead and embed lean principles, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and support the delivery of world-class manufacturing performance. This is an exciting opportunity to influence change, coach teams, and make a tangible impact across a complex production environment.
What You'll Be Doing
✅ Leading the implementation and application of lean manufacturing principles, methodologies, and best practices.
✅ Driving continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, productivity, and process performance.
✅ Coaching, training, and mentoring managers, team leaders, and operational teams in lean tools and techniques.
✅ Facilitating workshops and improvement activities to identify opportunities and deliver sustainable results.
✅ Collaborating with stakeholders across production and support functions to ensure consistent standards and best practice adoption.
✅ Using data and analytical problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
What We're Looking For
✔ Proven experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or a similar role.
✔ Strong knowledge of lean methodologies, tools, and continuous improvement principles.
✔ Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
✔ Experience facilitating workshops and leading improvement projects.
✔ Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
✔ A solid understanding of manufacturing processes and operational environments.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing manufacturing business where you'll play a key role in shaping the future of operations and driving meaningful change.
📩 Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
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About Hays
At Hays, we believe that the right job can transform a person's life - and the right person can transform a business. From career‑defining opportunities to complex workforce strategies, we connect ambition with opportunity - helping people and organisations reimagine what’s possible. Every year we place over 200,000 professionals into new roles. Whether it’s a permanent role or a temporary contract, our specialist consultants provide tailored advice and market intelligence to accelerate careers, from emerging talent to executive leadership. For organisations, our expert teams build recruitment and workforce solutions shaped by real-time market insights, local expertise and the scale of a world leading specialist in white collar hiring. With operations in 30 countries, over 200 offices and 9,500 colleagues worldwide, we fill around 1,000 roles every working day. The future of work isn’t something we’re waiting for. We’re creating it every day.