Continuous Improvement Manager

Okarno, a Saint Gobain business

Ruddington, Nottingham, NG11

Are you passionate about driving improvements across distribution and manufacturing operations and the application of lean tools in data-driven improvement projects?

At our Okarno packing and distribution facility in Ruddington, we are looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead the delivery of change-orientated improvement projects across a rapidly growing packing and distribution operation.

The Continuous Improvement Manager is a key leadership role responsible for driving and overseeing continuous improvement initiatives within Okarno. This position plays a crucial role in identifying opportunities for operational efficiency, process optimization, and cost reduction, ultimately contributing to the overall success and competitiveness of the two facilities (Ruddington, Nottingham and Wakefield) of our companies.

We are looking for an accomplished CI Manager, someone who can support the site in achieving its full capacity capabilities through improvement projects in processes, systems, operations, and people while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will be managing both process improvement projects and physical site improvements which will include supporting the delivery of CAPEX in plant assets and the site facilities. The role will involve managing our site Engineering & Facilities Manager. There are some critical projects planned that you will play a key role in, initially the implementation of a new warehouse management system.

We are looking for a data-driven individual, able to identify opportunities for improvements in site process, opportunities for efficiency gains, capacity improvements, and cost reduction projects.

Okarno is one of 30 Saint-Gobain brand's, Okarno has been supplying customers of all shapes and sizes since 1935 and now tailor our offering to match the needs of independent merchants, national retailers and online stockists. Through our flexible delivery model, customers can order from as little as a single pallet, whether that's a full pallet of a single product, or a mixed pallet of products from across the range. Through our Gyproc Express service customers can also order a single parcel of product for small and speedy orders.

What we're looking for:

• An experienced Continuous Improvement Manager, able to demonstrate success in production and distribution operations.
• A degree level education would be an advantage.
• Formally trained and skilled in the application of lean tools in focused improvement projects such as Six Sigma and WCM.
• A data-driven individual, someone who can use data to identify opportunities for efficiency and capacity gains and measure the success and progress or activities through production and distribution data.
• A safety-conscious professional, who will consider and factor in operational safety in the delivery of all projects. Formal training in managing safety would be an advantage.
• Excellent change management skills including culture and systems. Previous experience of new system implementation projects such as WMS or SAP systems would be a distinct advantage.

Are Okarno and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?

Saint-Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

The world of work is changing. At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role: flexible hours, job-sharing, part-time working, or anything else that matters to you. We can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting. But we do promise to listen.

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!