Operational Excellence Manager

Operational Excellence Manager

Herefordshire

Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance

Onsite 5 days a week

Infinite are continuing to partner with a global FMCG business that specialises in a premium product, we’re looking to speak with OpEx Managers in and around Hereford with a strong lean manufacturing background.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and implementation of the IWS journey at the manufacturing site. Accountable for driving performance improvements, reducing losses and building total colleague engagement.
• Performance Optimisation: Deliver breakthrough improvements in OEE, minimise downtime and ensure adherence to production schedules using lean methodologies.
• Identify key losses and capability gaps to maintain site Master and 90 Day Plans.
• Coaching & Engagement: Provide hands on coaching to line teams during Daily Direction Setting (DDS) to resolve issues and set priorities. Foster a culture of engagement through site values, feedback and action plans.
• Technical Problem Solving: Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for chronic shop floor issues using structured tools like fishbone diagrams and the 5 Whys.
• Oversee SME certifications and next phase site accreditations.

Requirements:

• Sector Expertise: Strong background in food manufacturing or FMCG environments with a deep understanding of production processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Proven experience in lean systems (IWS preferred, Lean Six Sigma essential).
• Core Skills: Advanced analytical skills, budget management experience and the ability to influence cross functional teams at all levels.

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