Operational Excellence Manager

2 weeks ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom OPEX Selection (Lean Six Sigma Recruitment) Full time
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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manufacturing Excellence Manager to join our client\u2019s senior leadership team. As a key member of the site senior leadership team, you will be responsible for driving efficiencies and significantly increasing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) across multiple manufacturing lines.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Introducing and embedding company standards to enhance plant efficiency
  • Drive OEE improvements across multiple manufacturing lines and championing ManEx programmes
  • Leading continuous operational cost reduction initiatives to boost the plant\u2019s competitiveness
  • Coach and train colleagues whilst developing technical training packages
  • Contributing to the plant\u2019s ambitious green and sustainability targets in line with our client\u2019s commitment to the environment

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in lean manufacturing, particularly focused on OEE improvements. Your early career will likely demonstrate experience in either Industrial, Manufacturing, Quality, or Process Engineering having had exposure to Autonomous Maintenance and Total Productive Maintenance. We will consider experience from any FMCG or fast-paced manufacturing sector.

Collaborating with the leadership team and empowering shop floor colleagues is essential, therefore the successful applicant will possess a natural ability to engage with a range of people coupled with strong influencing & coaching skills.

Why this role?

  • Be part of a site undergoing significant positive transformation with substantial investment and a clear vision for world-class standards.
  • Enjoy modern and inspiring leadership that values innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Work within a company that is deeply committed to environmental sustainability.
  • Benefit from Main Board sponsorship for the ManEx programme, providing excellent visibility and support.
  • Develop your career within a highly dynamic and progressive FMCG environment with significant opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This appointment is exclusively retained by OPEX Selection. Should you feel your skills and experience are suitable, please apply online. For further information, please contact Dan Sculthorp, Director at OPEX Selection in complete confidence. Should you be able to recommend a highly suitable candidate, please contact Dan and receive a referral bonus of £300 (in retail vouchers of your choice) if the referral leads to a successful candidate placement.

", "requirements": "

Key requirements for this role include:

  • Strong background in lean manufacturing, particularly focused on OEE improvements
  • Experience in Industrial, Manufacturing, Quality, or Process Engineering
  • Exposure to Autonomous Maintenance and Total Productive Maintenance
  • Natural ability to engage with a range of people
  • Strong influencing & coaching skills

We will consider experience from any FMCG or fast-paced manufacturing sector.

", "benefits": "

This role offers:

  • Competitive salary and bonus structure
  • Excellent benefits package
  • Opportunities for career development and growth
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

", "contact": "

For further information, please contact Dan Sculthorp, Director at OPEX Selection in complete confidence.

Apply online or contact Dan to discuss this opportunity further.

", "company": "OPEX Selection (Lean Six Sigma Recruitment)", "location": "South Wales"}

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