Continuous Improvement Coordinator

JR United Kingdom; Settle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in Settle is seeking a Continuous Improvement Coordinator to mentor Operators and Team Leaders, driving safety, quality, and OEE. You will lead CI projects to enhance line performance and coach the team on safety and quality KPIs. A strong communicator with IT skills (Microsoft Office, SAP, Power BI) and knowledge of Lean principles is essential. This role offers a competitive package and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Pro rata retention payment (25% of average annual salary)

Redundancy payment based on length of service

Relocation support for site closure

Out service support for colleagues choosing not to stay

Qualifications

• Experience in OEE and the systems that generate OEE data.
• Proven track record in continuous improvement projects.
• Background in food and beverage manufacturing or FMCG preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach Operators and Team Leaders.
• Oversee CI projects to reduce downtime and speed losses.
• Chair CI meetings for performance improvement.

Skills

Excellent communication

IT skills (Microsoft Office, SAP, Power BI)

Lean principles knowledge

Project management

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Green Belt Apprenticeship or Six Sigma Qualification (preferred)

Job description

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Arla Foods Plc

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Posted:

04.08.2025

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Job Description:

How will you make an impact?

As Continuous Improvement Coordinator you will be mentoring and coaching Operators and Team Leaders within the production team to drive safety, quality and OEE. Working with the LCO team Leader you will have responsibility for overseeing CI (continuous improvement) projects which will aim to reduce planned downtime and reduce speed losses to optimize the line performance.

Other duties include:

Chairing weekly CI meetings for planned downtime, speed loss, structured problem solving and improvement tolls

Coaching and mentoring of the line team to ensure all performance KPIs are met with regards to performance on safety, quality, performance loss, OEE, waste and sustainability

Taking ownership of asset performance data, carrying out analysis and tracking results in a transparent and continuous manner

Holding regular Kaizen workshops as well as SMED analysis and process confirmations in order to optimise existing processes

Be responsible for implementing and improving operational standards including OAC

Ensuring implementation of 5S standards on all lines within the core team

What will you need to succeed?

Although you will have no have direct reports, you will need to be an excellent communicator who is able to mentor and collaborate with members of the Line Centric team at all levels

IT skills are essential for this role (Microsoft Office knowledge essential, SAP and Power BI knowledge are desirable)

You will need to have experience of OEE and the systems that generate OEE data. You must have knowledge of Lean principles

You must be able to demonstrate tangible results from CI (continuous improvement) projects in previous roles

We are willing to consider candidates from either a food and beverage manufacturing or FMCG background for this role

A Green Belt Apprenticeship or any other Six Sigma Qualification would be preferred, although this is not essential

Want to apply?

We are so excited to welcome you to the Arla family.

Please apply via this advert or our careers page. The closing date for applications is 25th August 2025.

Please note that due to the site closure which we estimate to be in the second half of 2027, we are offering an enhanced reward and support package to support our colleagues. This includes a pro rata retention payment (25% of average annual salary) as well as a redundancy payment based on length of service (no 2-year minimum service needed). We are also offering relocation support for colleagues staying with Arla following site closure as well as out service support for those colleagues who choose not to stay.

Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agencys terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry

How will you make an impact?

As Continuous Improvement Coordinator you will be mentoring and coaching Operators and Team Leaders within the production team to drive safety, quality and OEE. Working with the LCO team Leader you will have responsibility for overseeing CI (continuous improvement) projects which will aim to reduce planned downtime and reduce speed losses to optimize the line performance.

Other duties include:

Chairing weekly CI meetings for planned downtime, speed loss, structured problem solving and improvement tolls

Coaching and mentoring of the line team to ensure all performance KPIs are met with regards to performance on safety, quality, performance loss, OEE, waste and sustainability

Taking ownership of asset performance data, carrying out analysis and tracking results in a transparent and continuous manner

Holding regular Kaizen workshops as well as SMED analysis and process confirmations in order to optimise existing processes

Be responsible for implementing and improving operational standards including OAC

Ensuring implementation of 5S standards on all lines within the core team

What will you need to succeed?

Although you will have no have direct reports, you will need to be an excellent communicator who is able to mentor and collaborate with members of the Line Centric team at all levels

IT skills are essential for this role (Microsoft Office knowledge essential, SAP and Power BI knowledge are desirable)

You will need to have experience of OEE and the systems that generate OEE data. You must have knowledge of Lean principles

You must be able to demonstrate tangible results from CI (continuous improvement) projects in previous roles

We are willing to consider candidates from either a food and beverage manufacturing or FMCG background for this role

A Green Belt Apprenticeship or any other Six Sigma Qualification would be preferred, although this is not essential

Want to apply?

We are so excited to welcome you to the Arla family.

Please apply via this advert or our careers page. The closing date for applications is 25th August 2025.

Please note that due to the site closure which we estimate to be in the second half of 2027, we are offering an enhanced reward and support package to support our colleagues. This includes a pro rata retention payment (25% of average annual salary) as well as a redundancy payment based on length of service (no 2-year minimum service needed). We are also offering relocation support for colleagues staying with Arla following site closure as well as out service support for those colleagues who choose not to stay.

Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agencys terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry

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