continuous improvement coordinator

To deliver day to day execution of a segment of the Sites Operational activities, reporting to the Site Operational Excellence & Quality Manager. The specific accountabilities will be defined locally, based on the specific site needs, size and required number of employees covering these activities.

• Waste reduction

• Continuous improvement activities

Key Accountabilities & Main Responsibilities 

Continuous Improvement

• Lead the deployment of the DS Smith Way CI programme for the site alongside the site manager · Lead and support the development of site continuous improvement coaches. Ensure that visiting Divisional / Central CI support representatives are able to integrate into the site for maximum value · Work with Operations Excellence representatives across the Country to align improvement activities and prioritisation as well as contribute to the direction of the DS Smith way programme · Follow and promote DS Smith Way principles, dimensions and core tool set

• Track progress of implementation and report the Site Performance KPI's on a monthly basis, ensuring the site is on track and delivering the expected results. Responsible for the management of process/ product waste and achievement of waste KPIs · Support the development of a site audit structure for process confirmation that is effective and user friendly, allowing the Sites to audit effectively and identify opportunities for development. · Coordinate initial training events to equip the Site with the skills to complete process confirmation effectively. · Track progress of Audits and report the site status on monthly basis - ensuring resulting actions from audits are tracked through to completion.

Waste Management

• Responsible for the accurate measurement of waste on site to a granular level to enable good data driven improvement programs.

• Works with the Ops Excellence manager and GM to drive down waste on site, through continuous improvement and improved planning.

• Provide technical leadership to effect controllable waste improvement and reduce raw material use (paper, starch, water).

• Responsible for ensuring the site has an appropriate team based and data driven waste program, sharing best practice to drive results and capability development consistency.

• Ensure best practice for all areas that influence total and controllable waste performance is embedded within each department to deliver consistent performance.

Qualities/Attributes 

Job Specific Technical Requirements

• Must have experience of quality systems and root cause analysis

• Must have good analytical and good communications skills

• High level of organisation skills

• Specific experience with laboratory equipment and materials testing

• Numerate and able to conduct and present data analysis

Desirable Qualifications & Experience Evidenced 

• University degree in Engineering or a related Tecnhical field

• Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent seen as advantageous

• Knowledge of CI tools and techniques will be seen as an advantage

• Previous experience in a large industrial evironment will be considered a plus

We offer

• A competitive salary based on experience and skills

• Private Health Coverage

• Ticket restaurant

• Work from the office with flexibility

• Continuous Growth Opportunities

• Learning Fridays

• Wellbeing activities

• Fresh Fruits Program