Continuous Improvement jobs in United Kingdom

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, employing over 24,000 people across Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products sourced from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Müller brand is ranked No.7 in The Grocer's Top 100 list of Britain's Biggest Brands and is the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.

Are you passionate about driving excellence and continuous improvement? We are seeking a dynamic Operational Excellence Facilitator to join us at Müller in Bridgwater. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to lead and inspire a team, this opportunity is for you!

• Competitive Salary
• Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday (40 hours per week)
• Location: Bridgwater, TA6 6DF

• Lead Manufacturing Strategy: Drive Müller Excellence in health and safety, quality, environment, and compliance with accredited business standards.
• Ensure Efficiency: Complete routines, rituals, tasks, and objectives within agreed timeframes.
• Develop Your Team: Create and implement development plans aligned with business objectives.
• Champion Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and lead high-performing teams through PMS principles and the Müller Excellence Program.
• Coach and Mentor: Guide team members through succession pathways in Blow Moulding.
• Collaborate for Success: Work with others to enhance overall business performance and ensure support from Central Müller Excellence for Engineering Excellence and Asset Care.

• Advanced Troubleshooting: Utilize data-driven advanced troubleshooting capabilities.
• Problem Solving: Demonstrate advanced problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.
• Influence Positive Change: Use coaching and facilitating skills to drive improvements.
• Six Sigma Expertise: Apply Six Sigma Green Belt methodology to enhance processes.
• Deploy Excellence Tools: Implement operational excellence tools like SMED, 5S, Autonomous Maintenance, Standard Work Deployment, and RCA.
• Performance Management: Role model and support end-to-end performance management systems.
• Strategic Deployment: Set targets and deploy OGSM across all site functions.
• Benchmarking: Use network benchmark information to drive improvements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and support opportunities to eliminate waste.

• Health & Safety: Strong understanding of health and safety, hygiene, and business standards.
• Technical Knowledge: Expertise in technical processing and machine operations.
• Teamwork: Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Continuous Improvement: Proficiency in continuous improvement techniques.
• Leadership: Strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, and influencing skills.
• Results-Driven: Focused on outcomes and customer satisfaction.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft Office packages.

• Bonus: Up to 10% yearly bonus.
• Pension Scheme: Salary sacrifice pension scheme with Müller matching up to 4%.
• Life Assurance: Coverage at 4x your annual salary.
• Holidays: 33 days of holiday per year.
• Health Care: Access to a health care cash plan.
• Rewards Platform: Access to thousands of rewards via the Müller Rewards platform.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that values excellence and continuous improvement!