Sarah Wood

I’m a Continuous Improvement and Quality professional with over 20 years’ experience driving operational excellence across manufacturing, engineering, and service sectors. A Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, I help teams simplify complex systems, embed sustainable change, and deliver measurable results.

Across roles at Cummins Turbo Technologies, Aramark, and Ibstock Futures, I’ve led cross-functional teams to optimise end-to-end processes, improve reliability, and build a culture of continuous improvement. My approach combines strategic thinking with practical facilitation — using data, design thinking, and collaboration to help teams see waste, find opportunity, and own their solutions.

• Lean Six Sigma Leadership (Black Belt) – expert in DMAIC, Kaizen, PDCA, 8D, VSM, SMED and 5S methodologies.

• Process Optimisation – skilled in Value Stream Mapping, PFMEA, DFMEA, Control Plans, APQP, PPAP, and SPC.

• Reliability & Quality Engineering – experienced in root cause analysis, FRACAS, FTA, DOE, and MSE.

• Change Leadership & Coaching – mentor and facilitator through transformation and ambiguity.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration – proven ability to align Engineering, Operations, and Leadership teams globally.

• Data-Driven Problem Solving – translating complex data into insights using Minitab, Power BI, and Excel.

• Training & Mentoring – qualified teacher (PGCE Engineering) and adaptable facilitator across all levels.

I thrive on collaboration — helping teams move from “good” to “great” by building clarity, confidence, and connection. Whether optimising a process, launching a new facility, or developing people, I bring structure, energy, and purpose to every project.