The Role - Continuous Improvement Technician
Are you passionate about making things better, faster, and smarter? If you thrive in a hands-on environment where your ideas translate directly into performance gains, this could be the perfect role for you. We're looking for a Continuous Improvement Technician to join our high-performing operations team at our Crick site.
Responsibilities
* Health & Safety and Lean Deployment – Champion health & safety through best practice, including LOTO and safety observations; Deploy Lean tools like 5S, Standards & Centrelines, Defect Handling, and CIL (Clean, Inspect, Lubricate).
* Analysis and Problem Solving – Analyse production data to identify root causes of downtime and losses; Build and implement 'Loss Trees' and action plans across model lines.
* Waste Reduction & Efficiency – Lead waste-reduction initiatives tackling transport, motion, waiting, overproduction, defects, and more; Deliver measurable gains in OEE, cost savings, quality, and efficiency.
* Coaching & CI Culture – Coach operational colleagues to build a CI culture and drive sustainable improvements.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
* C.I. experience in manufacturing or logistics (food or FMCG background ideal)
* Strong analytical skills and a data-driven mindset
* Solid understanding of Lean tools and continuous improvement principles
* Able to coach, influence, and engage across different levels and teams
* Comfortable working autonomously, meeting deadlines, and supporting strategic site goals
* Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
* Passionate about progress-with a love for pets, too
The Offer - Continuous Improvement Technician
* Location: Crick (On-site)
* Salary: Competitive
* Bonus: 10% annual company bonus scheme
* Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday
* Pension: Employee contributions 3% / Employer contribution 8% (salary sacrifice company pension scheme)
* Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays
* Medicash Plan
* Life Assurance
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/pawternity
* Other Benefits: Free parking, tasty treats, bring your dog to work, discounted products & free hot drinks
* Flexible Benefits: Cycle to work, workplace nurseries, dental insurance (offered through salary sacrifice or pay deductions)
* Staff Discount: Ability to purchase heavily discounted pet food
Company
IPN is an innovative, well-established, and award-winning pet food manufacturer, employing over 850 people across our 4 UK manufacturing sites. Our family of brands includes Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butchers, Classic Cat, and a selection of partner brands that trust us to produce food on their behalf. Our kitchens in Thirsk, Kinmel and Crick produce dry, wet, and baked foods which are enjoyed by dogs and cats all over the world.
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