Operational Process Assistant

A fantastic opportunity exists for the right person to join our Project Implementation and Operational Excellence Team on a permanent basis. The Operational Projects Assistant will learn the existing procedures, expand their knowledge of the...

A fantastic opportunity exists for the right person to join our Project Implementation and Operational Excellence Team on a permanent basis. The Operational Projects Assistant will learn the existing procedures, expand their knowledge of the role but also be given exposure to the wider business.

We are looking for someone who recognises what our current capabilities and capacities are but is also willing to challenge the status quo, be open to innovative ideas and enact the Company’s values of; Passion, Change, Trust, and Share.

Due to the fast-paced nature of the business, the Operational Projects Assistant will be an extremely varied role and requires a practical hands-on field work approach.

Key Areas: 

  • Delivery on a wide range of projects that contribute to the site’s operations
  • Support the departments’ workload and deputise when required
  • Drive continuous improvement in all activities

Responsibilitie: 

  • Work cross functionally with both OPEX and Implementation Mangers on a range of project work initiatives, maintaining project momentum and deputising when required
  • Pursue a programme of projects that follow a methodical and recognised approach
  • Contribute to the departments’ administration, data collecting, recording and report generation
  • Follow up on audits of previous project work done to evaluate the effectiveness of the project
  • Lead the process of any change; ensuring all key stakeholders are well informed and satisfied

Skills/Knowledge Required: 

 

  • Clear and confident communication both verbally and written, across all levels on site
  • A self-starter can approach duties at pace whilst maintaining a clear process and plot all actions
  • Can keep momentum on multiple activities and prioritise accordingly
  • Gather, record, and communicate accurate information. Ability to format and analyse data
  • Possesses a working understanding of Microsoft Office, particularly Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Has a practical understanding of food manufacturing technology and is confident to learn more complexity as role evolves
  • The candidate can demonstrate an understanding of FMCG business and how activities can affect profitability
  • Previous Project Management experience of a similar nature, or a theoretical education ranging from Master/Bachelor level to Apprenticeships and Certificates in relevant areas, for example Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or Food Science
  • A recognised qualification in Project Management (Yellow Belt) would be beneficial but not essential
  • Exposure to and understanding of FMCG environment is desirable

Working Hours: 

  • 40 hours per week, working Monday to Friday but we will accommodate some flexibility, to reflect the 24/7 nature of the business
  • Some travel will be required but this will be seldom. This role will be a mixture of factory and office work, but most of the action happens inside the factory

Please note, we retain the right to close this vacancy or keep it open subject to volume and quality of applications. We would, therefore, encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible

 

 

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