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Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing our Continuous Improvement (LCO) team. You will set day-to-day objectives for the team and deliver operational plans, whilst resolving issues and escalation points. You will work cross-functionally with teams on site, as well as the wider UK and global site teams, to share best practices and ensure our Dairy/Creamery operates to a best-in-class standard. You will be responsible for operational KPIs for your entire area.
Key Responsibilities Include:
* Operational Management: Ensure operating systems are accurately managed, maintained, and developed for responsive, data-based management of the operation. Resource and roster all aspects of the operation to deliver output and quality objectives while ensuring legal compliance.
* Team Leadership and Development: Maintain and develop a highly motivated team with a developing skillset for continuous improvement. Manage time and prioritize activities in conjunction with business plans. Set standards personally and monitor team performance.
* Communication and Collaboration: Communicate with global specialist networks and relevant third parties and suppliers to seek best practices and awareness of latest technologies. Work closely with other departments such as engineering and supply chain to ensure best practices are embedded.
* Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving: Monitor system faults across processes and work with supply chain specialists to resolve them. Collect relevant data, interpret results, and seek continuous improvement to set and achieve departmental KPIs. Assist engineering and department teams with problem-solving and maintaining equipment and processes at the highest standard.
* Training and Departmental Activities: Update and maintain training and SOP planning and sign-off. Drive dialogue and action planning within the department. Organize team workload daily, provide cover at meetings, and contribute to departmental activities.
To succeed in this role, you need to be an ambitious, strategic, and strong leader with people management experience within a fast-paced manufacturing company. You should demonstrate strong coordination skills and have extensive experience in operational and strategic leadership, with an understanding of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing principles, culture change, and stakeholder engagement.
You will also need:
* Experience leading Total Performance Management, IL6S (Integrated Lean Six Sigma), IWS (Integrated Works Systems), or similar methodologies.
* Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a high-speed environment.
* Significant experience in leading and developing a team.
* Previous experience with implementing digital tools is preferred but not essential.
* Knowledge of BRC & retailer audits, quality, and safety standards.
Things We’d Love To Tell You About Our Stourton Site:
* Our Stourton site processes 2.2 million liters of milk daily.
* It produces around 660 million liters of the nation’s favorites per year from 16 automated filling lines.
* From Stourton, we produce over 225 SKUs within 10 different product groups, such as Cravendale & BOB filtered milk, flavored milk, creams, alcohol cream, custards, and cottage cheese.
* The site has received approximately £315 million in investment since 2004.
Things We’d Love To Tell You About Arla:
* We are a farmer-owned cooperative, committed to partnering with farmers to ensure they receive a fair price for their milk.
* We have experimented with poo-powered trucks (google it - you won’t regret it) and built the world’s first 100% carbon-neutral dairy, as part of our ongoing commitment to combating climate change.
* We are the producer of Lurpak, one of the world’s most iconic butter brands.
* We are a Danish business operating across the UK, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, North America, South America, and other regions worldwide.
Next Steps:
Please apply using the link or contact Jess Thwaite, Talent Partner at Arla Foods. The closing date for applications is May 25th, 2025.
Shape the Future of Dairy
Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.
We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.
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