Overview
Site Excellence Lead at Finsbury Food Group – Lees site, Coatbridge, ML5 4EF.
Shift: Monday-Friday.
Salary: Competitive.
We are looking for a passionate and proactive Excellence Lead to drive strategic, site-wide operational excellence initiatives and drive continuous improvement. This role is responsible for leading lean and efficiency projects across manufacturing and support functions, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, and embedding best practice standards that support sustainable business performance and growth.
You will be a confident and collaborative leader who motivates others through a clear vision and strong engagement. As a strategic thinker with robust analytical skills, you’ll be committed to data-driven decision-making, balancing short-term performance with long-term improvement goals. You should thrive in dynamic environments, be adaptable and responsive to evolving business needs.
Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver group-standardised Lean, Excellence, and Practical Process Improvement (PPI) training to build in-house continuous improvement capabilities.
* Drive operational excellence through cross-functional CI projects aimed at improving efficiency across labour, materials, and overheads.
* Embed a high-performance, decision-making culture at all levels; enable faster problem-solving and greater organisational agility.
* Work with internal customers and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improvement using Lean principles; lead and facilitate deployment of MARA (Finsbury’s management system) ensuring alignment across site functions.
* Support the implementation and sustainability of Asset Care (TPM) in partnership with Engineering and Operations.
* Streamline processes through “Process Blueprint” (Leader Standard Work) to improve quality, customer satisfaction, and key operational KPIs.
* Lead structured problem-solving sessions; ensure best practices are captured, shared, and applied across sites via FFG workplace forums.
* Prepare and present OBP updates and reports to senior stakeholders and business forums.
* Champion a culture of continuous improvement in line with FFG values; upskill teams through CI workshops and training sessions.
* Drive improvements across safety, quality, service, cost, and people metrics; manage CI projects from initiation to compliant delivery—on time and within budget.
* Promote an action-oriented mindset; collaborate with engineering, operations, and support teams to identify bottlenecks and drive efficiency.
* Share learnings and replicate best practices across Finsbury Food Group; conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate controls for safe project delivery.
* Foster strong internal and external partnerships to support business objectives and successful project integration.
Essential qualifications
* Proven experience in continuous/process improvement within a manufacturing environment.
* Track record of leading cross-functional teams and delivering change initiatives.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
* Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organised in approach.
* Self-starter with strong prioritisation skills and ability to work under own initiative.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
* Full driver’s license and ability to travel without restriction.
Desirable qualifications
* CI experience within the food manufacturing or FMCG sector.
* Background in the implementation of lean structures and tools.
* Familiarity with bakery processes and food production environments.
* Knowledge of Six Sigma/SPC techniques in process manufacturing.
* Degree or HND in Food Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
* Hands-on experience with product and process optimisation.
What’s in it for you?
* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to allow quality time with your new arrival.
* Enhanced Pension Scheme for our employees
* Death in Service Benefit
* Free Employee Assistance Programme (open to colleagues and their families)
* Retail discounts accessible via our Benefits Hub platform
* Company shop available at sites (heavily discounted, tasty products)
* Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £300 per referral – terms apply)
* Extensive Learning & Development opportunities (including sponsored professional memberships and in-house development courses)
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