Title: Continuous Improvement Manager

Müller UK & Ireland; Market Drayton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Market Drayton is seeking a Unit MPS and Technology Expert to lead the Müller Production System and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will have a degree in Engineering, Lean manufacturing skills, and a proven track record in coaching teams. This role offers a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and opportunities for career progression within a global organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Up to 10% bonus

Private medical insurance

4 x life assurance

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Secure, onsite car park

Career progression within a global organisation

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Operational Excellence, TPM, and leading change.
• Excellent coaching and mentoring skills with resilience and adaptability.
• Proven ability to influence and develop teams at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train the unit team on the Müller Production System.
• Develop and deliver an OpEx roadmap for continuous improvement.
• Conduct assessments for external maturity audits.
• Analyze performance data to implement strategies for reduction.
• Act as the technical expert for dairy processes.
• Define and monitor critical process parameters.
• Support new product development and commissioning.
• Mentor shop-floor experts to embed a culture of Operational Excellence.

Skills

Lean manufacturing expertise

Technical process knowledge

Coaching and mentoring

Change management

Education

Degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)

Tools

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Job description

We're looking for a Unit MPS and Technology Expert (also known externally as Operational Excellence Specialist, Continuous Improvement Manager, or Process Improvement Engineer) to lead and embed the Müller Production System (MPS) within our operations. This role combines Lean manufacturing expertise with technical process knowledge, ensuring our unit achieves world‑class standards in efficiency, quality, and reliability. What You'll Do

Responsibilities

• Coach and train the unit team – from managers to operators – on the Müller Production System and Operational Excellence methodology.
• Develop and deliver an OpEx roadmap, driving continuous improvement and cost‑saving initiatives.
• Conduct assessments and prepare the unit for external maturity audits.
• Analyze performance data (OEE, waste, material losses) and implement strategies to reduce losses.
• Act as the technical expert for dairy processes, improving process reliability and solving chronic issues.
• Define and monitor critical process parameters and centrelines to ensure stability and quality.
• Support new product development and commissioning of new lines.
• Mentor shop‑floor experts to embed a culture of Operational Excellence.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred).
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent (LCS 2A desirable).
• Strong experience in Operational Excellence, TPM, and leading change.
• Excellent coaching and mentoring skills with resilience and adaptability.
• Proven ability to influence and develop teams at all levels.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Up to 10% bonus.
• Private medical insurance.
• 4 x life assurance.
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Secure, onsite car park.
• Career progression within a global organisation.