Lean Improvement Leader
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Description
Job Description
Lean Improvement Leader
Derby
Full time
Why join Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.
Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lean Improvement Leader to join our Team in Rolls-Royce in Derby. As a Lean Improvement Leader, you will play a pivotal role in driving internal performance improvements and operational excellence to meet our exciting growth challenges.
What You Will Be Doing
Lean Improvement Leader
Derby
Full time
Why join Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.
Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lean Improvement Leader to join our Team in Rolls-Royce in Derby. As a Lean Improvement Leader, you will play a pivotal role in driving internal performance improvements and operational excellence to meet our exciting growth challenges.
What You Will Be Doing
- As a role model for lean leadership, you’ll engage and energise everyone around you, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Preferred Requirements
- Experience in lean manufacturing or process improvement in operational areas
- Lean experience or equivalent certification.
- Proven track record in delivery of tangible improvements through the application of lean tools and techniques
- Leadership experience preferably in a manufacturing environment
- Proven experience in influencing without direct authority, leading teams and driving change
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to build rapport across all levels
- Able to operate in a multinational and multicultural environment.
- Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certified.
- Work in a safety-first environment where doing the right thing and keeping it simple are core principles.
- Join a culture that values making a real difference through your work.
- Develop your career as a mid-career professional blending technical expertise with strong personal qualities.
- Thrive in a role that encourages integrity, accountability, resilience, and curiosity.
- Collaborate and build relationships in a team-focused environment while also working independently.
Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
Closing Date 20/03/2026
As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.
Job Category
Business Improvement
Posting Date
06 Mar 2026; 00:03
Posting End Date
19 Mar 2026