Company description:
Refresco BV
Job description:
Are you data-driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about sustainability? Refresco, the worlds largest independent bottler, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Analyst (Waste Analyst) to lead the charge in reducing waste and improving material efficiency at our Bridgwater facility. This is your opportunity to make a real difference by using data to support smarter decision-making and drive tangible improvements across our site operations.
In this vital role, you will take ownership of the sites waste data framework, delivering accurate, meaningful insights to support key stakeholders and continuous improvement (CI) projects. Youll collaborate closely with CI Managers, Engineers, and Operational teams, becoming a trusted partner in our waste reduction journey.
Waste Analyst / Continuous Improvement Analyst Bridgwater, Somerset
Monday Friday, Day shift
2 years Fix Term Contract
Whats in it for you?
4% Employer pension contribution
Life assurance
28 days holiday plus bank holidays
Purchase extra holiday scheme
Online doctors appointments for you and your family
Access to employee benefits platform Cheers which includes flexible benefits such as; healthcare cover, healthcare cash plan, dental insurance, car scheme, activities pass, financial services, will writing services etc.
About the Role of CI Technician:
As a Waste CI Analyst, you will play a key role in delivering accurate, actionable data to support the sites waste reduction strategy and A3 project framework. Youll be responsible for producing weekly and monthly reports for cross-functional teams and leadership forums, including PLT meetings and network waste reviews. Your insights will support investigations into material waste, helping to identify root causes and opportunities for improvement. In addition, you will provide training to operational teams on interpreting waste data, implementing reduction strategies, and adopting best practices. As a passionate advocate for sustainability, you will help embed a culture of continuous improvement across the site.
Days to day duties of a CI Analyst include:
Deliver critical data supporting the sites waste reduction strategy and A3 project framework.
Produce weekly and monthly reports for cross-functional teams and leadership forums, including PLT meetings and network waste reviews.
Support material waste investigations by providing clear, actionable data insights.
Provide training to operational teams on waste data, reduction strategies, and best practices.
Act as a passionate waste reduction ambassador, helping to embed continuous improvement across the site.
About You:
Proficient in Excel, ERP systems, and other business platforms.
Strong knowledge of business systems, warehouse management systems, and data tools.
Experience working as a data administrator in an operational environment.
Desirable: experience as an operator or team leader.
Proven track record of supporting and delivering tangible improvements.
Familiarity with continuous improvement (CI) tools and their practical application.
Detail-oriented, analytical, and committed to driving positive change.
Able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Why Join Refresco?
Refresco isnt just about manufacturingits about innovation, sustainability, and empowering our people to drive meaningful change. In this role, youll have the autonomy to own key data processes and make a genuine impact on our environmental and operational performance.
About Refresco:
Refresco is the global independent beverage solutions provider for Global, National and Emerging brands, and retailers with production in Europe, North America, and Australia. Refresco offers an extensive range of product and packaging combinations from juices to carbonated soft drinks and mineral waters in carton, PET, Aseptic PET, cans, and glass. Refresco continuously searches for new and alternative ways to improve the quality of its products and packaging combinations in line with consumer and customer demand, environmental responsibilities, and market demand.
Our drinks on every table. That's the Refresco vision. Were a global business and currently produce 12 billion litres of soft drinks from 64 manufacturing plants in 12 countries and were only just getting started.
Were the proud owners of six drinks manufacturing sites within the UK. Our UK business provides a great place to work for over 1,800 employees, who produce private label soft drinks and fruit juices for all the leading retailers.
Whether its packed in cartons, bottles or cans, we ensure that our products are made to the highest quality standards. Our products get where they need to be when they need to get there to meet the needs of our high-profile customers.
Refresco believes that equal opportunity for all is fundamental to our company's values and all our applicants can expect fairness and transparency in our recruitment process.
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