Operational Excellence Process Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking an Operational Excellence Process Engineer in Derby. This role focuses on maintaining quality management documentation, ensuring compliance with ISO standards, and driving process improvements across departments. Candidates should have experience in process writing, Lean principles, and strong project management skills. The position offers a range of benefits, including discounts on products, pension schemes, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

70% off HelloFresh or Green Chef boxes

Company pension scheme

Gym membership

Bupa private medical insurance

Electric vehicle scheme

Mental health first aiders

Eye care scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Group Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in process writing or a similar role.
• Understanding of Lean and process creation.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee creation and maintenance of quality management documentation.
• Develop processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Identify opportunities for improvement using Lean Six Sigma.

Skills

Process writing

Lean principles

Project management

Documentation software

Education

STEM-related degree

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Job description

Operational Excellence Process Engineer, Derby

Client: HelloFresh

Location: Derby, UK

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 89855c764a2e

Job Views: 3

Posted: 23.05.2025

Expiry Date: 07.07.2025

Job Description

About The Role:

This role is responsible for overseeing the creation, revision, and maintenance of all quality management documentation. Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 / BRCGS standards and Lean principles across the Windmill Site, whilst also maintaining robust version control and document management systems to ensure all materials are current and accessible. Responsible for the delivery of high-quality documentation and processes. Ensuring that Health & Safety standards and Food Safety standards are adhered to at all times.

What You Will Be Doing

1. Process and Documentation: Develop processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs/WBIs) to ensure consistent performance across all departments and teams.
2. Ensure processes are lean, scalable and effective.
3. Embed best practice into standard work and share across networks.
4. Review and maintain documentation to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards, including version control and updates.
5. Re-evaluate and document process improvements and lessons learned when updating process documentation with stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement and Project Management:

1. Identify opportunities for improvement using structured methodologies like Lean Six Sigma.
2. Provide updates on progress, risks, and escalations.
3. Constantly look to improve processes, removing waste and optimizing flow.
4. Design, monitor, and report on project KPIs, adapting them to meet business goals and advising team members on their metrics.
5. Ensure that all operational processes support the delivery of high-quality products and services to customers.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

1. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with senior management on current projects and achievements.
2. Collaborate across departments to resolve standardization issues, share best practices, and drive compliance.

Who You Are

1. Demonstrated experience in process writing or a similar role.
2. Understanding of Lean and process creation.
3. Strong organizational and project management abilities.
4. Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
5. Proficiency in documentation software and version control systems.
6. Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt & STEM-related degree would be a plus.
7. BRCGS Awareness & ISO 9001 Awareness would be a plus.

What You Will Get in Return

• 70% off HelloFresh or Green Chef boxes.
• Company pension scheme.
• Gym membership.
• Bupa private medical insurance (including dental & family cover options).
• Electric vehicle scheme.
• Mental health first aiders and employee assistance programme.
• Eye care scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Group Life Assurance.

Location

1 Holme Lane, Spondon, Derby, DE21 7HW

Shifts

Monday - Friday, flexible hours with either 8am-5pm or 9am-6pm.

Next Steps

Your application will be reviewed, and if successful, a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will contact you within 2 weeks.

All applicants must cooperate with HelloFresh in health and safety matters, take reasonable care of their own and others' health and safety, and report incidents immediately. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks will be processed for successful candidates. Failure to disclose relevant information may affect employment. If you are a current HelloFresh employee, discuss your application with your Line Manager.