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Lean Manager
Lean Manager – Marketing Statement
We are a global leader in the research, design, integration, manufacture, certification, and lifetime service of flight control, hydraulic, fluid conveyance, thermal management, lubrication, and pneumatic systems and components for aerospace and other high-technology markets. We support the world’s aircraft and aero-engine manufacturers, providing a century of experience and innovation for commercial and military aircraft.
Joining our team means you are helping to deliver our purpose: "Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow." A career at Parker Meggitt offers boundless potential for professional and personal growth. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the world, help develop innovative technology and products, and contribute to our company’s goal of solving the world’s greatest engineering challenges.
We have succeeded in employing the top talent in the industry by focusing our hiring efforts on the individual, not the job description. If you are an inquisitive thinker with great ideas and a desire to succeed, we will find the perfect spot for you on our team.
Position Summary
The Lean Manager directs and leads all Lean activities across the site. Provides leadership and delivery of improvement programs to increase the site’s competitiveness. Responsible for:
- Personal delivery of Lean Sigma Black Belt projects
- Coaching of Green Belts/Kaizens/A3s
- Serving as the lead source of expertise on applying lean sigma tools and techniques
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A member of the Site Leadership team, accountable for current site performance while shaping the future strategy.
Responsibilities
- Drive the culture of High-Performing Teams (HPT) across site leadership and support all functions
- Act as the interface between the site and the Product Group/Division in all Improvement/HPT matters
- Lead with Business Continuity and Risk Management, ensuring effective strategy deployment and execution
- Deliver business improvements and cost savings through project execution
- Coach Green Belts and improve problem-solving (Kaizen/A3s) capabilities across the site
- Lead the deployment of HPTs and develop a maturity improvement plan
- Analyse and measure complex business processes, developing sustainable, repeatable, and quantifiable improvements
- Oversee Business Continuity and Risk Management, aligning with strategy deployment
Qualifications
- Lean Sigma Black Belt required; Black Belt highly desirable
- Results-driven track record of improvement and automation projects, particularly in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments
- Cross-functional leadership experience demonstrated
- Essential manufacturing experience (ideal: operations leadership background)
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
- Organised, detail-oriented, and capable of multi-tasking
- Must be independent and highly prioritised, working with minimal supervision to meet deadelines
- Proficient in Project Management tools (e.g., MS Project) or equivalent
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web navigation
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What We Offer
Parker Meggitt delivers a competitive total rewards framework supporting employee health, wealth, and well-being to balance a successful career. Benefits include:
- Early finish on Fridays
- Competitive pay package
- Company shares scheme
- Option to buy & sell holidays
- Career progression opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Pension contribution (up to 10% matched)
- Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing
- Employee Perkz (discounts on goods and services)
- Income Protection
- Employee Resource Groups
- Volunteering day off
Parker Meggitt is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe diverse perspectives define our business—our culture of respect empowers everyone to reach their full potential.
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