Continuous Improvement Manager
Zotefoams
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Croydon, England
Salary:
£60,000
-
£70,000
per year
Contract type: Full time
Zotefoams plc is a world leader in cellular material technology, headquartered in Croydon, UK, with additional manufacturing sites in Kentucky, USA and Brzeg, Poland, Oklahoma, USA (foam products manufacture and conversion) and Jiangsu Province, China (T-FIT).
We produce lightweight foams for various markets including sports and leisure, aviation, automotive and healthcare. Zotefoams also owns and licenses patented technology and sells advanced insulation systems
The Company is on a fast growth path, with strong revenue and profitability growth in recent years and ambitious growth plans for the near future.
About the Role~
This is a pivotal role within the Manufacturing and Dispatch Operation at our Croydon site, helping to deliver strategic goals and shape our future factory vision. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll drive operational excellence, efficiency and a culture of continuous improvement throughout the site.
Role Responsibilities~
At Zotefoams, we believe in fostering a supportive and innovative environment where everybody can thrive. By joining us, you will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Our Values
Courage - The courage to take bold action to ensure that we succeed in tackling our challenges and opportunities.
Impact – Dedicated to making a significant and positive impact in everything we do.
Respect - Cultivate a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and collaboration is encouraged.
Zotefoams is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
Zotefoams is a world leader in cellular material technology. Using a unique manufacturing process with environmentally friendly nitrogen expansion, Zotefoams produces lightweight foams in Croydon, UK and Kentucky, USA for diverse markets worldwide. These markets include sports and leisure, storage and protection, automotive, aviation and space, railway, healthcare, building, marine and the military.
We produce lightweight foams for various markets including sports and leisure, aviation, automotive and healthcare. Zotefoams also owns and licenses patented technology and sells advanced insulation systems
The Company is on a fast growth path, with strong revenue and profitability growth in recent years and ambitious growth plans for the near future.
About the Role~
This is a pivotal role within the Manufacturing and Dispatch Operation at our Croydon site, helping to deliver strategic goals and shape our future factory vision. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll drive operational excellence, efficiency and a culture of continuous improvement throughout the site.
Role Responsibilities~
- Champion lean methodologies (e.g. 5S, TIMWOOD, Value Stream Mapping, RCA) to drive Safety, Quality, Cost control, Delivery and Engagement improvements.
- Lead continuous improvement project teams with clear plans and regular updates.
- Facilitate Kaizen activities and promote a CI culture across the operation.
- Map and optimise manufacturing processes to reduce waste and inefficiency.
- Support transition to our “North Star” Future Factory Vision through innovation and collaboration.
- Identify and lead opportunities to improve processes, layouts and systems.
- Work with stakeholders to ensure effective communication and implementation of improvements.
- Monitor and analyse performance data to guide informed decision making.
- Proven experience leading CI projects and Kaizen events in a manufacturing environment.
- Good knowledge of lean tools and methodologies.
- Experience with time & motion studies, process optimisation and visual management.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, hands-on approach.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels of the organisation.
- Comfortable with data-driven decisions and project management.
- A qualification in continuous improvement methodology (e.g. Six Sigma, Lean).
- Manufacturing experience, ideally within Zotefoams or a similar setting.
- Sound understanding of OHSE leadership and best practice.
- A dynamic, pragmatic and resilient character who leads by example.
- Strong sense of ownership, accountability and commitment to driving change.
At Zotefoams, we believe in fostering a supportive and innovative environment where everybody can thrive. By joining us, you will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Our Values
Courage - The courage to take bold action to ensure that we succeed in tackling our challenges and opportunities.
Impact – Dedicated to making a significant and positive impact in everything we do.
Respect - Cultivate a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and collaboration is encouraged.
Zotefoams is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
Zotefoams is a world leader in cellular material technology. Using a unique manufacturing process with environmentally friendly nitrogen expansion, Zotefoams produces lightweight foams in Croydon, UK and Kentucky, USA for diverse markets worldwide. These markets include sports and leisure, storage and protection, automotive, aviation and space, railway, healthcare, building, marine and the military.
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