Continuous Improvement Manager
Okarno, a Saint-Gobain Business
Ruddington, Nottingham, NG11
Are you passionate about delivering improvements across distribution and manufacturing operations and applying lean tools and data insights for improvement projects?
We are hiring a Continuous Improvement Manager for our Okarno facility in Ruddington to promote change projects in a growing distribution operation.
The Continuous Improvement Manager is a key role committed to analysing efficiencies and overseeing continuous improvement initiatives within Okarno. The position is crucial for finding opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, optimize processes, and reduce costs at our Ruddington and Wakefield sites.
An experienced CI Manager is essential to maximizing site potential. You will instigate improvement projects across processes, systems, operations, and people while encouraging a culture of continuous improvement. You will manage both process improvement projects and physical site improvements, including supporting the delivery of CAPEX in plant assets and the site facilities. The role will involve managing our site Engineering & Facilities Manager. There are some critical projects planned in which you will play a key role, initially the implementation of a new warehouse management system.
We require a data-driven individual who can pinpoint opportunities to improve site processes, increase efficiency, maximize capacity, and reduce costs.
About Okarno and Saint-Gobain:
As one of Saint-Gobain's 30 brands, Okarno has been supplying customers since 1935. We adapt our offerings to meet the needs of independent merchants, national retailers, and online stockists. Our flexible delivery model allows customers to order as little as a single pallet, whether it's a full pallet or a mix of products. Through our Gyproc Express service, customers can also order a single parcel of product for small and speedy orders.
What We're Looking For:
An experienced Continuous Improvement Manager, able to demonstrate success in production and distribution operations.
Formally trained and skilled in the application of lean tools in focused improvement projects such as Six Sigma and WCM.
A data-driven person who can analyze data to improve efficiency and capacity in production and distribution.
A safety-conscious professional who will consider and factor in operational safety in the delivery of all projects. Formal training in managing safety would be an advantage.
Excellent change management skills, including culture and systems. Previous experience of new system implementation projects such as WMS or SAP systems would be a distinct advantage.
A degree-level education would be an advantage.
Why Join Us?
At Saint-Gobain, we understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be but also facilitates better decision-making and innovation. We welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
Flexibility Matters:
The world of work is changing. We embrace new approaches to work and understand that everyone has different needs and commitments. We are open to discussing any need you might have for this role, whether it's flexible hours, job-sharing, part-time working, or anything else that matters to you. While we can't promise to meet every request, we do promise to listen.
Is This Job for You?
Saint-Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, improving daily life through high-performance solutions. Let your proactive work behaviour and our values shape your daily actions as you contribute to building a more sustainable world. If you meet our criteria, we will reach out to talk about your experience and get to know you better. We're eager to hear from you!