Continual Improvement Lead
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Job summary
To lead and drive Continuous Improvement (CI) and Kaizen initiatives across the factory, ensuring sustainable improvements in productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost reduction. The CI Lead will champion a culture of operational excellence by identifying improvement opportunities, leading cross-functional projects, and embedding Lean methodologies across all operations.
Min Qualification:
Degree
Experience Level:
Senior level
Experience Length:
5 years
Language Requirement:
English
Working Hours:
Full Time - 8 to 5
Applicant Location:
Delta, Nigeria
Job descriptions & requirements
Responsibilities:
CI Strategy & Leadership:
- Lead the design and execution of CI strategy across production, maintenance, logistics, and support functions
- Drive a strong continuous improvement culture across the organization
- Act as the focal point for CI initiatives and operational excellence programs
- Coach and guide line managers and supervisors on CI principles and tools
Process Improvement & Optimisation:
- Lead identification and elimination of waste, inefficiencies, and process losses
- Conduct regular Gemba walks and drive actionable insights
- Facilitate process mapping and redesign initiatives (intake, milling, packing, dispatch)
- Lead root cause analysis using structured methodologies (5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.)
- Ensure implementation and sustainment of process improvements
Data Analysis & Performance Management:
- Own tracking and reporting of key operational KPIs including downtime, yield losses, output efficiency and waste reduction
- Develop and maintain CI dashboards and performance reports
- Provide data-driven insights to support management decision-making
- Monitor impact and sustainability of improvement initiatives
CI Tools Methodologies Deployment:
- Lead deployment and sustainment of CI tools such as Lean Manufacturing principle, 5S and Workplace Organization, Standard Work and SOP optimization and Kaizen events
- Conduct and supervise 5S audits with measurable outcomes
- Standardize improved processes and ensure compliance
Training & Capability Building:
- Design and deliver CI training programs for staff across all levels
- Build internal CI capability within departments
- Drive employee engagement and participation in improvement initiatives
- Promote idea generation through suggestion schemes and improvement boards
Project Management & Governance:
- Lead CI projects end-to-end, ensuring timely execution and measurable result
- Track initiatives, benefits realization, and ROI on CI projects
- Coordinate CI meetings, workshops, and Obeya sessions
- Ensure alignment with organizational goals and business priorities
- Report progress and outcomes to management regularly
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Natural Sciences / Milling Technology Or related discipline
- Minimum 5 years experience in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement roles
- Proven experience leading CI or Lean transformation initiatives
- Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum); Black Belt is an advantage
Skills & Knowledge:
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen methodologies and Process improvement and optimization
- Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (dashboards, data analysis)
- Project management capability
- Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills
Behavioral Competencies:
- Strong leadership and ownership mindset
- Results-driven and proactive
- High level of accountability
- Excellent communication and coaching ability
- Strategic thinking with attention to detail
- Ability to drive change and influence culture
Location: Sapele, Delta State
Remuneration: NGN 600,000 – 650,000 Monthly
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