Continuous Improvement Specialist (Sunderland, GB, SR5 3JL)

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<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">We are currently seeking a highly motivated Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our manufacturing plant in Sunderland. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and drive towards operational excellence. You will be responsible for championing Lean and continuous improvement principles and promoting a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organisation. You will be a key member of the CI network within Grundfos Group and will liaise with other Western Europe plants to share best practice. As a key member of our team, you will enjoy opportunities for growth and development and a collaborative work environment that values innovation and collaboration. If you are excited for positive change and achieving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity today.</span></span></span></span></p>

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<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">What is the job about?</span></b></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">As a Continuous Improvement Specialist, you will be responsible for driving improvements in productivity, quality, and delivery across the business. Key responsibilities include developing Lean competences within the team, supporting workplace organisation, driving Kaizen events, executing value stream improvements, and leading weekly and monthly action plans and performance assessment.</span></span></span></span></p>

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<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">Key responsibilities include:</span></b></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Work within the plant and across functional areas with limited supervision.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Support and coordinate the development and implementation of processes.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Drive Kaizen events.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Apply subject matter knowledge and demonstrate technical/business insight.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Work with sister plants and organisations to share best practice.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Maintain local documentation.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Oversee all aspects of projects (including step change projects) from start to finish, so that they are completed on time and within budget.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Execute value stream improvements.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Involve and develop employees and create success stories.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Lead the weekly and monthly result reporting and associated improvement TIP.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Lead sustainable improvement of 5S performance throughout the plant.</span></span></span></span></p>

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<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">Key Success Factors of the role</span></b></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Plant Grundfos Production System performance as measured by self and independent assessment.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Improve direct and indirect productivity measures.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Improve plant quality and delivery measures.</span></span></span></span></p>

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<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">Your Background:</span></b></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• Relevant degree or equivalent work experience.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">• 3-4 years of relevant lean production experience, including application of Lean tools and techniques.</span></span></span></span></p>

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<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">Competencies</span></b></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">We would anticipate the appropriate candidate possesses several key competencies. Good leadership and communication skills are essential for this position, as the Continuous Improvement Specialist will be responsible for driving improvements in productivity, quality, and delivery across the business. The candidate should be self-motivated and have the ability to motivate and build diverse teams to harness everyone’s capabilities.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">If you possess the required qualifications and skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in a diverse, team-oriented environment. </span></span></span></span></p>

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<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:#333333">Why Grundfos?</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> <span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:#333333">At Grundfos, we are committed to doing things that others cannot or dare not do – all for the purpose of addressing the world's water and climate challenges and improving quality of life for people. At our core, we believe that innovation is not only a business opportunity but also an obligation, and that what truly matters is not short-term profit, but the impact we make. By joining our united and powerful team, you too can drive this change, regardless of your role.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

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<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:#333333">What can we offer you?</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p>

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