Graduate Trainee: Operational Excellence — Bonus & Relocation

Weetabix; Burton Latimer; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Graduate Trainee in Operational Excellence to support daily operations, optimize production processes, and enhance performance using methodologies like Six Sigma and Kaizen. Candidates should have a degree in an Engineering or Operations discipline, show a passion for the food manufacturing industry, and have the right to work in the UK. The role includes benefits such as an annual bonus and healthcare plan, contributing to a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Double matched ER contributed pension scheme

Healthcare plan

Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• Degree achieved or expected to achieve a 2:1 (Hons).
• Must have a right to work in the UK that is not time limited.
• Genuine passion for the food manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimise daily operations and scheduling.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and CI programs.
• Track KPIs like downtime and generate performance reports.
• Conduct root cause analysis and propose corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Engineering or Operations discipline

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

5S Methodologies

Job description

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Graduate Trainee in Operational Excellence to support daily operations, optimize production processes, and enhance performance using methodologies like Six Sigma and Kaizen. Candidates should have a degree in an Engineering or Operations discipline, show a passion for the food manufacturing industry, and have the right to work in the UK. The role includes benefits such as an annual bonus and healthcare plan, contributing to a dynamic and collaborative work environment.