Operational Excellence Transformation Lead

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title:

Operational Excellence Transformation Lead

Reporting To:

Manager, Operational Excellence

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Tewkesbury, GBR

Are you passionate about driving meaningful change and embedding a culture of continuous improvement? We are seeking an experienced Operational Excellence Transformation Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping our operations and delivering sustainable performance improvements. This is a high-impact role with clear progression opportunities. You’ll have the chance to step into broader leadership responsibility, influence strategy, and shape the future direction of operational excellence across the business.

In this senior role, you will lead the development and implementation of lean processes across the organisation. Working closely with the Operational Excellence Manager, you will drive transformation initiatives that enhance performance, reduce variation, and build continuous improvement capability across teams.

About You
We are looking for a commercially aware, pragmatic leader with a strong background in operational excellence and continuous improvement within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Be part of a high-performing, collaborative team shaping operational excellence in aerospace. Lead meaningful change, mentor future leaders, and advance your expertise in lean operations.

Why Join Us
As we celebrate 75 years of innovation and excellence, we’re proud to continue building the future of aerospace — and we’re looking for exceptional talent to join us on the journey. As a generational company, we invest in people for the future - we build careers that last decades, with a vision to welcome not only you, but future generations of your family.

Key Responsibilities
* Lead the implementation of lean and continuous improvement strategies
* Drive process optimisation and variation reduction initiatives
* Facilitate workshops, improvement projects, and problem-solving sessions
* Coach and mentor teams to strengthen continuous improvement capability
* Influence stakeholders across the business to embrace change
* Support cross-functional teams in delivering transformation projects
* Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and operational excellence
* Deliver training to enhance lean knowledge and application
* Identify opportunities and implement cost-effective improvements

Key Skills & Experience
* Experience in operational excellence, lean, or continuous improvement roles
* Strong knowledge of lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies (Black Belt desirable)
* Excellent facilitation, coaching, and influencing skills
* Ability to lead across teams without direct authority
* Strong project management and problem-solving capabilities
* Confident communication skills across all organisational levels

Qualifications
* Degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
* Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment

What We Offer
* Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
* 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Private medical insurance, mental health support, and financial advice
* Generous life assurance and company pension contributions (from 6%)
* Employee share options, free onsite parking, EV charging, and 24/7 gym facilities

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision

At Moog, we prioritise diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work and celebrate differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.

Note for Recruitment Agencies
We manage vacancies internally and work with a select Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Unsolicited CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fees will apply.

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