Overview
As Continuous Improvement Manager, you guide Refresco’s CI strategy at the Kegworth site, driving performance and strategic objectives through practical, hands-on leadership. You identify and close gaps in quality, safety, service, and efficiency, delivering sustainable improvements across operations. You’ll act as a change agent, embedding CI tools and practices into everyday work while coaching teams and coordinating cross-functional efforts. This is a hands-on role at pace, focused on measurable impact and long-term capability building.
Pay / Benefits
- annual bonus
- personal healthcare
- 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
- life assurance
- 24/7 virtual GP
- eye-care vouchers
Responsibilities
- Lead and deploy Refresco's Continuous Improvement methodology across all operations.
- Identify opportunities to improve quality, safety, service, efficiency, and utility use; prioritize and implement actions.
- Manage improvement projects from concept to handover, ensuring timelines, budgets, safety and quality standards.
- Coach colleagues across levels to build CI capability and culture.
- Analyse operational data and trends to drive prioritised improvements and OEE, waste, and process efficiency gains.
- Support health and safety performance through proactive problem-solving and risk reduction initiatives.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to achieve site strategic goals and sustainable performance improvements.
Key requirements
- Proven experience delivering operational improvement programmes in fast-paced manufacturing (ideally FMCG).
- Strong analytical skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to lead change and drive cross-functional teams to deliver results.
- Change leadership
- Stakeholder influence
- Collaborative mindset
- Continuous Improvement methodology
- Project management
- Data analysis and interpretation
Continuous Improvement Manager in Kegworth employer: Refresco Group
Refresco is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Kegworth where employees can thrive as part of a dedicated Supply Chain team. With a strong focus on employee well-being, the company provides generous benefits such as an annual bonus, early finishes on Fridays, and access to a comprehensive support service. Refresco fosters a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to contribute to operational excellence while enjoying a rewarding career.
