Performance Improvement Lead

1 month ago

Oban, Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom Nine Twenty Engineering & Manufacturing Full time
About the Role

This is a dynamic and challenging role that requires a strong focus on reliability and asset care. As a key member of the management team, you will be responsible for driving business performance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across multiple distillery sites.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead Operational Excellence: Work closely with Site Operations Managers (SOMs) and Business Leaders to drive results in Health & Safety, Compliance, Production, Financials, Asset Care, and continuous improvement.
  • Loss & Waste Analysis: Identify and execute strategies to minimize loss and waste, utilising Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Coach multidisciplinary teams on troubleshooting tools, Management Excellence (ManEx), and DMAIC methodology to deliver significant improvement projects.
  • Site Management: Serve as the Duty Manager in Oban, providing 24/7 on-call support one week in every three. Lead efforts to enhance operational reliability in both Oban and Elgin.
  • Project Management: Drive CapEx projects, asset care initiatives, and process improvements to enhance plant efficiency, ensuring seamless execution during silent seasons.
  • Data-Driven Improvements: Analyse performance data to identify opportunities for cost-saving, performance optimization, and waste reduction. Engage in Tier 1 & Tier 2 business plans, providing actionable insights.
  • Safety & Compliance: Ensure adherence to safety protocols, especially in complex and challenging environments like distilleries, with a focus on maintaining high standards.
Requirements
  • Proven track record in leading operations or improvement initiatives, ideally within a manufacturing or distillery environment.
  • At least IOSH qualified or NEBOSH qualified or willingness to work towards NEBOSH certification, with strong experience in maintaining safe working environments.
  • Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt certification preferred, with strong understanding of Lean Six Sigma, DMAIC, and PDCA methodologies.
  • Ability to leverage data to drive performance improvements and implement innovative solutions.
  • Willingness to travel regularly between Oban and Elgin, with occasional hotel stays, and commit to the Oban community long-term.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, capable of influencing teams and cross-functional partners.
  • Solid understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and project management to deliver cost-effective improvements.
About the Company

Nine Twenty Engineering & Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services, with a strong focus on reliability and asset care. We are proud to be working in partnership with Diageo, a world-renowned beverage manufacturer, to deliver high-quality solutions to their distillery sites.

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