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Continuous Improvement Lead
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Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.
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Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.
Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who bring together expertise and team spirit to design high-technology solutions for the aerospace, defense and space sectors. By combining human and technological intelligence, the company develops products and services for both civil and military customers, operating on land, at sea, in the air and in space.
Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best.
Our UK Actuation business brings together engineering excellence, advanced manufacturing capability and a proud heritage within the aerospace sector. Whether supporting major global programmes or developing the next generation of actuation technologies, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
As part of Safran's global network, joining Safran Actuation Systems UK means becoming part of a highly skilled, collaborative and forward thinking team with opportunities to grow, innovate and make a meaningful impact in the future of aerospace.
Your role:
As Continuous Improvement Manager you'll be accountable for driving and supporting strategic business improvement projects, acting as the CI focal for stakeholders across the business.
You'll be responsible for energising and improving the organisation using Lean Sigma tools to positively impact on Cost, Quality, Delivery Performance, Cash and Customer Satisfaction.
You'll work cross-functionally at all levels to ensure continuous improvement efforts are driven throughout the organisation and to promote the sharing of best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Define & lead the continuous improvement strategy for Safran Actuation Systems UK
Lead & support single or cross-functional business improvement projects across the organization
Lead & support improvement related events including One Safran, Kaizen, problem solving workshops and Business Process Re-engineering
Create and improve operational and visual management through defined KPIs and dashboards
Collaborate with key partners and stakeholders to deliver critical performance improvement projects
Support projects related to process efficiency and resource effectiveness
Develop and implement new methods, tools, processes, standards, or operational plans that will have impact on the achievement of functional results
Manage the site-wide continuous improvement training program
Updates internal/ external KPI and performance reporting
But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)
Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you, both in and out of work, including:
Competitive salary
Company performance bonus scheme
Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
Private medical insurance
Comprehensive health cash plan
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Flexible benefits programme
We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities.
Candidate skills & requirements
What You'll Bring:
Ability to train and coach others to deliver improvement using CI tools
Minimum Black Belt Certified (desirable)
Experience in leadership of continuous improvement and change projects within precision a manufacturing environment
Excellent stakeholder management
Proven experience of applying Lean and Six-Sigma methodologies and toolsets
Proven experience in operational roles in an aerospace or industrial environment (e.g. Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality)
Expertise in Lean and Six-Sigma methodologies and toolsets
Ability to motivate, gain commitments and hold stakeholders accountable
Here, we craft excellence together.
We understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger. We are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.
We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role.
Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.
Position location
Job location
Europe, UK, England, West Midlands
City (-ies)
Wolverhampton
Candidate criteria
Lean Sigma Certification
Green Belt
Strategy
Delivery
Part-time
Pension
Private healthcare
Bonus
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