Continuous Improvement Technician

Worklane GmbH; Kegworth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Early finish

Leave allowance 28 days

Additional leave option

Life assurance

GP access

Eye-care vouchers

Referral bonuses

GroceryAid

Cheers benefits

Job summary

Refresco UK in Kegworth invites applications for a Continuous Improvement Technician to support the site's Operational Excellence journey and RMS framework. You will work with Operations and Engineering to ensure data accuracy, track CI projects and deliver improvements in OEE and waste reduction.

The role offers development in lean methods, training on EasyGo software, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to embed new ways of working.

Qualifications

• Experience in CI/operational excellence within manufacturing.
• Strong analytical skills and data interpretation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Support CI and Operational Excellence roadmap; escalate risks.
• Manage OEE reporting and data accuracy with Ops/Eng teams.
• Deliver CI projects: waste reduction, OEE, RMS initiatives.
• Provide training/support on EasyGo software and digital transitions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to embed new ways of working.
• Update CI Manager on progress, risks and needs.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Operational Excellence

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Autonomous working

Education

Lean Six Sigma training

Tools

EasyGo software

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join Refresco UK as a Continuous Improvement Technician at our Kegworth manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Continuous Improvement Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the site's Operational Excellence journey, driving performance improvements and ensuring Continuous Improvement projects are delivered successfully. Working closely with Operations, Engineering and other site functions, you will help improve OEE, reduce waste and embed sustainable ways of working across the business.

Continuous Improvement Technician
Permanent
Kegworth

What's in it for you?

• Annual bonus and regular pay reviews
• Early Friday finish to kick-start your weekend
• 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional leave, increasing your allowance to 31 days plus bank holidays
• Life assurance coverage
• 24/7 virtual GP access for you and your family
• Free eye-care vouchers and discounted glasses
• Employee referral scheme with bonuses for successful referrals
• GroceryAid support services offering financial, legal, wellbeing and practical guidance
• Cheers benefits platform providing discounts, free perks and wellbeing tools

About The Role

As Continuous Improvement Technician, you will support the delivery of Refresco's Operational Excellence and RMS framework across the Kegworth site. You will work closely with operational teams to ensure performance data is accurate, Continuous Improvement projects remain on track and improvement opportunities are identified and delivered effectively.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about Continuous Improvement to help drive sustainable performance gains while supporting the implementation of new processes, systems and ways of working.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of the site's Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence roadmap, ensuring projects remain on track and risks are escalated where required.
• Managing OEE reporting and performance data accuracy, working closely with Operations and Engineering teams to identify improvement opportunities.
• Delivering and supporting Continuous Improvement projects, including waste reduction, OEE improvement, Maintenance Excellence and RMS initiatives.
• Providing training and support on EasyGo software and assisting with the transition from paper-based processes to digital solutions.
• Working collaboratively with key stakeholders to implement sustainable improvements and embed new ways of working across the site.
• Monitoring project progress and providing regular updates to the Continuous Improvement Manager on deliverables, risks and support requirements.

About You

The successful candidate will be a motivated and organised Continuous Improvement professional with experience supporting operational improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

You will be comfortable working independently, analysing performance data and engaging with stakeholders across multiple functions to drive positive change.

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience working in a Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Team Leader or similar manufacturing-based role.
• Strong understanding of Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies.
• Proven ability to deliver measurable operational improvements.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting performance and operational data.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously.
• Continuous Improvement, Lean, Six Sigma or equivalent training or qualifications would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach with a passion for driving excellence and sustainable improvement.

We want someone who will lead and role model the Refresco core values of Agile, Responsible, Excellent, Passionate and Entrepreneurial. Find out more about our values here:

https://www.refresco.co.uk/uk/about/our-values

About Refresco

Refresco is the global independent beverage solutions provider for Global, National and Emerging brands, and retailers with production in Europe, North America, and Australia. Refresco offers an extensive range of product and packaging combinations from juices to carbonated soft drinks and mineral waters in carton, PET, Aseptic PET, cans, and glass.

Refresco continuously searches for new and alternative ways to improve the quality of its products and packaging combinations in line with consumer and customer demand, environmental responsibilities, and market trends.

Refresco is headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and has more than 13,500 employees. www.refresco.com

Our drinks on every table. That's the Refresco vision.

We're the proud owners of six drinks manufacturing sites within the UK, employing over 1,800 colleagues who produce private label soft drinks and fruit juices for many of the UK's leading retailers.

Whether it's packed in cartons, bottles, or cans, we ensure that our products are made to the highest quality standards and delivered to our customers when and where they need them.

Refresco believes that equal opportunity for all is fundamental to our company's values and all our applicants can expect fairness and transparency in our recruitment process.