Operational Excellence Specialist
Operational Excellence Specialist
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Job Description
Want to help us bring happiness to the world Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands infrastructure and people Then this is the place for you.
As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands we dont compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.
To succeed at pladis you need to bepurpose-ledresilientandpositiveto succeed here because we expect pace andagility we insist oncollaborationand demand accountability. If that is your thing then pladis offers global ambition a clear Vision and roadmap for success challenge and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact
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Operational Excellence Specialist
What will this role achieve
We are seeking a talented high potential individual reporting into the Operational Excellence Manager who will help to deliver world class manufacturing operations to a site. The role is mainly site based but will have a requirement to work alongside the Excellence Central Team to support the establishment of a continuous Improvement culture by reducing non-value adding activities across the site and wider business.
You will be proactive in supporting the sites Excellence vision ensuring the site is aligned driving for profitable growth and a standardised approach to Continuous Improvement.
Note this role will be site-based in Manchester Wellington Road North SK4 5AU
What will be your key deliverables
- Strong interpersonal and coaching skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
- Responsible for delivering engaging communications around Operational Excellence / Lean processes and results across site
- Responsible for ensuring that the sites Lean roll out is consistent with the overall Excellence approach within pladis UK&I
- Leading and coaching teams to conduct narrow and deep interventions aimed at reducing cost using Lean tools & techniques
- Leading Lean training courses across the site and if required other pladis sites
- Accountable for the building and execution of site improvement pipeline to deliver cost base improvement aligned to budget
- Responsible for the identification and submission of Capex. projects related to plant efficiency
- Experience in digital transformation with a focus on utilising MES systems to enhance site performance.
- Champion the ongoing digital transformation at site aligning across the UK
Bring your experience.
Essential
- Motivated and passionate about Continuous Improvement (CI) with a resilient character you will be able to empower people!
- Strong understanding of lean tools & techniques within CI & Leadership elements
- Track record of operating in a Manufacturing / Supply Chain CI culture
- Influencing across all levels on site and the business
Desirable
- Experience working with Site Leadership Teams
- Capex understanding and experience
- Experiencing of leading diverse teams
- Project Management Experience
- Data Analysis Skills
- Lean six sigma qualifications (Green Belt)
What will the interview process be
- 1st stage interview 45 minutes competency-based interview based on our company values and your experiences.
- 2nd stage interview 60 minutes a technical interview to understand your skill set/case study or presentation interview.
pladis does also use both Psychometric and Aptitude tests to support our processes so you may be asked to complete these as part of your process. Some processes may differ but we will keep you updated!
What does pladis offer you
- Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) this is the businesss annual bonus scheme.
- Private medical Insurance
- Stakeholder Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance Cover upon enrolment to Stakeholder Pension Scheme
- 25 days bank holidays
- Holiday Enhancement Scheme
- 1 Volunteering Day per year
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discount and Cashback Scheme make your everyday spending work hard for you on major high street brands supermarkets and services
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Financial Wellbeing Support
- Access to great training and development opportunities
Our Values
Purpose led Were energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite
Agile Were ever evolving we never stand still always improving for our customers and our consumers.
Positive Were highly motivated optimistic courageous and we inspire each other to be better
Resilient - Were persistent in the face of setbacks quick to adapt learn and move forward
Collaborative We gain strength from operating as one pladis winning and succeeding together
Best mix of ingredients
pladis is an equal opportunities employer like every great recipe were a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work thats as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support live and work in all around the world. Where every voice is heard and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform key job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
We support diverse voices through our Employee Resource Groups like BeingShe BeingAble BeingUnited BeingProud and our Neurodiversity Network. We also offer mentorship through the pladis Mentoring Scheme have Site Based Womens Networks and support initiatives like Women in Engineering. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage you to bring your unique perspective to our team!
pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin marital status veteran status disability age religion or any other classification protected by law.
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy you must have agreed to and signed our terms of business.
We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
