Continuous Improvement (GPS) Coordinator

Griffith Foods; East Midlands, Somercotes CP; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000

Job description

Thursday, November 7, 2024

We blend care and creativity to nourish the world.

Griffith Foods is a global product development partner, specializing in high-quality food ingredients. We serve global and regional food companies worldwide.
As a family business, we’ve valued people above all else for 100 years. Griffith is renowned for true, collaborative innovation. Our people care. We’re committed to helping our customers create better products - and a better, more sustainable world. Learn more about Griffith Foods at www.griffithfoods.com

The purpose of the role

Initiates continuous improvement programs, takes the lead in coordinating different projects, and provides training and coaching in the use of Lean tools. Implementation of the GPS framework ensures smooth integration across the organization while sharing best practices with other sites.

Responsibilities

1. Collaborates closely with various manufacturing departments to identify improvement areas, ensuring enhanced visibility and a focused approach to continuous improvement initiatives.
2. Implements Lean manufacturing tools and methodologies, acting as a coach and trainer to empower employees in effectively utilizing these tools. Ensures standardization of Lean tools across all departments.
3. Communicates key performance indicators (KPIs) of GPS projects, providing regular updates to relevant stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making and fostering accountability.
4. Facilitates the exchange of best practices among different operational activities, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Maintains direct communication with other manufacturing sites to share insights and collaborate on ongoing projects.
5. Provides operational support by delivering skills training, ensuring the site meets customer requirements efficiently and effectively in line with Lean Six Sigma methodology.
6. Provides support and improvement to the internal performance monitoring tool (RedZone), ensuring continuous improvement and compliance.
7. Offers daily support to the GPS Manager, including but not limited to creating and maintaining reports relating to manufacturing performance, task monitoring, and updating projects mainly relating to the reduction of LOI and increased facility OEE.

Requirements

Skills & Capabilities

1. Knowledge in modern manufacturing methods and tools such as SMED, cycle planning, DMAIC, 5S, and OEE.
2. Must be literate and numerate in English.
3. Knowledge of RedZone and other internal systems is desirable.
4. Must understand key performance indicators (KPIs).
5. Able to provide expert guidance regarding Six Sigma methodology.
6. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
7. Adept at managing and resolving conflicts that may arise during improvement projects.
8. Good listening skills and attention to detail.

Working at Griffith Foods

We are a caring family company where everyone has the opportunity to grow, follow their own personal Purpose, and find fulfillment in their work. We support each other, demonstrate mutual respect, and nourish people’s well-being.
We believe in doing the right thing, especially when it is hard to do, and recognize that our success depends on our customers’ success. Consequently, we work together, leveraging our skills, knowledge, and ideas to create exceptional products and solutions.
We value diversity at our company and celebrate our cultural and personal differences, knowing that together, we create a unique source of strength. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.
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