Operational Excellence Manager

Job description

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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hereford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English