Continuous Improvement Lead

Alexander Steele; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Continuous Improvement Lead for a market-leading food manufacturer in the UK. The role involves driving improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, while fostering cultural change. Ideal candidates have at least two years of FMCG experience, strong Lean Manufacturing expertise, and problem-solving skills. A competitive salary of up to £50,000 plus benefits is offered, alongside opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Pension

33 days holiday

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment, ideally within food manufacturing.
• Experience in a standalone C.I., Lean, or Business Improvement role.
• Strong communication skills, proven team player, and ability to identify and solve problems.
• Extensive knowledge of C.I. initiatives and LEAN tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive sustainable improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).
• Collaborate closely with Operations and department employees for successful results.

Skills

Problem identification

Lean Manufacturing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Operational Excellence

Tools

LEAN tools

Continuous Improvement initiatives

Job description

Alexander Steele is currently recruiting for a Continuous Improvement Lead for a leading global food manufacturer with sites across the UK. Our client has made significant progress in the last two years and is now positioned as the market leader in their sector for both UK and overseas customers.

With the business growing rapidly, there is a great need for innovation and further efficiency. Along with sustained investment, our client now requires a Continuous Improvement professional to lead the C.I./Lean agenda across their key site near Cwmbran.

This role will report to the Manufacturing Director. The client offers a £50,000 basic salary plus benefits.

The role operates on a Monday to Friday basis, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. However, some flexibility may be required as needed.

The Role

1. The Continuous Improvement Lead drives sustainable improvements, delivering breakthrough results in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC), while fostering cultural change throughout the organization.
2. The CI Lead collaborates closely with Operations and department employees to achieve results. Success in this role requires strong Lean Manufacturing and hands-on leadership skills, along with a passion for Operational Excellence.

The Ideal Candidate

• At least two years of experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment, ideally within food manufacturing or other FMCG sectors.
• Experience in a standalone C.I., Lean, or Business Improvement role.
• Ability to identify problems and a drive to solve them.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proven team player.
• Extensive knowledge of C.I. initiatives and LEAN tools.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £50,000
• Pension
• 33 days holiday
• Opportunities for career progression within a large group.

If you are interested in this role, please submit your CV through this advert. For more details, contact Giuseppe Leo at Alexander Steele or email him confidentially.

This is a fantastic opportunity with a brilliant company. We look forward to hearing from you.