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:

• 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.