Continuous Improvement Lead

Alexander Steele Recruitment; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Lead for a prominent global food manufacturer near Cwmbran. This role involves driving Continuous Improvement initiatives while collaborating with Operations to enhance Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost metrics. Ideal candidates will have experience in FMCG environments, particularly food manufacturing, and possess strong Lean Manufacturing skills. The position offers a salary of up to £50k along with additional benefits including pension and holiday allowance.

Benefits

Pension

33 Days Holiday

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Two or more years in a FMCG manufacturing environment, ideally within food manufacturing.
• Experience in stand-alone C.I, Lean, or Business Improvement role.
• Demonstrated effective team player.

Responsibilities

• Drive sustainable continuous improvements delivering results in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
• Work closely with Operations to achieve results.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Problem Identification

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Tools

LEAN tools

Job description

Alexander Steele are currently recruiting for a Continuous Improvement Lead for a leading global food manufacturer with sites across the UK. Our client have taken huge strides forward in the last two years and are now positioned as the market leader in their sector for both UK and overseas customers.

With the business growing rapidly, the need for innovation & further efficiency is great, along with sustained investment my client now require an Continuous Improvement professional to lead the C.I/Lean agenda across their key site near Cwmbrân.

This role will report to the Manufacturing Director and client will pay £50k basic salary plus benefits.

You role will operate on a Monday to Friday basis, working 8.30am till 4.30pm but my client will expect a degree of flexibility as and when the role requires.

The Role

• The Continuous Improvement Lead drives sustainable continuous improvements delivering breakthrough results in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC), while building cultural change throughout the organization.
• The CI Lead works closely with Operations and department employees to achieve results. This position requires strong Lean Manufacturing and hands-on leadership skills, along with a passion for Operational Excellence, to be successful.

The Ideal Candidate

• Two or more years in a FMCG manufacturing environment, ideally within food manufacturing or other FMCG sectors
• Experience in stand alone, C.I, Lean or Business Improvement role
• Ability to Identify Problems
• Interested and capable in solving problems and driven to execute
• Very strong communication skills
• Demonstrated effective team player
• Extensive knowledge of C.I initiatives and LEAN tools

What's on Offer

• Salary Up To £50k
• Pension
• 33 Days Holiday
• Large group with excellent career progression

So if this role is of interest then please forward your CV by applying through this advert, if you want to discuss the opportunity in more detail then please call Giuseppe Leo at Alexander Steel or email him confidentially

This a fantastic role with a brilliant business, we look forward to hearing from you.