Continuous Improvement Lead: Lean Six Sigma

Perrigouk; Braunton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

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At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

Description Overview

• Support the Operational Excellence Manager in driving the CI strategy. To utilise cross functional teams to drive projects focused on Capability & Capacity improvements across the site.
• Help build systems which drive the Lean Sigma transformation process and through training & coaching, embed the desired core values, principles & behaviours.
• Evaluate product Quality through Quantitative & Qualitative data analysis to ensure products & processes are consistently produced within their quality critical attributes.
• Support the investigation of complex Deviations and to propose and implement corrective actions and permanent solutions to prevent recurrence.

Scope of the Role

• Liaise with PWS ( Perrigo Work System) Site Lead / OPEX Manager and wider Operational teams.
• Facilitate PWS material development i.e. Play book for DMS, SOP, Quick Fix routine, and keeping them current.
• Facilitate and support shift teams shift handover meetings, Shift huddles and support Leader Standard Work.
• Facilitate and ensure the introduction of new practices and behaviour in the line/process areas.
• Play an active role in maturity assessment.
• Facilitate implementation of best practices and provide inputs for Pillar maturity assessments and associated actions plan.
• Facilitate detailed PWS Phase Implementation Plan and bring to life the KPI’s.
• Facilitate and support identification and elimination of waste using lean tools i.e. 5S, Problem Solving, Kaizens etc.
• Identify and promote best practice across all areas within the site.
• Support the Deployment of the foundational Lean Tools at Braunton. Working with the operations team and others where required, to embed continuous improvement & desired principles, systems & behaviours across all processes.
• Organise, lead and support improvements including Kaizen Events providing clear benefits and improvement goals for each event which align with the site KPI and or stimulate the reduction of waste.
• Supporting investigations into complex Deviations and assisting in rectification and resolution.

Experience Required

• University Degree, Minimum of 2 years’ experience of tablet/capsule manufacture, within the pharmaceutical or other regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and MHRA regulatory requirements.
• A practical knowledge of Six Sigma and the principles of Lean management, along with experience of working in an environment employing some elements of continuous improvement would also be beneficial.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement across all levels.
• Ability to translate and communicate deployment plans to shift teams to gain buy in.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out morehere

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo