ALS
Operational Excellence Coordinator
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At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.
Role
We are looking for three Operational Excellence Coordinators to join our teams in Coventry and Wakefield. This is a fantastic opportunity to help drive continuous improvement across our operations by translating group strategy into practical, day-to-day improvements at site level.
In this role, you will work closely with site leadership and operational teams to identify opportunities to improve productivity, streamline processes and support the implementation of automation and digital tools. You will help build a culture where ideas are encouraged and improvements are embedded in everyday work.
If you have an analytical mindset and enjoy understanding how processes work, this role could be a great fit. Experience in production environments or with Lean principles would be particularly beneficial, but most important is your curiosity, problem-solving approach and enthusiasm for improving how things work.
Locations
- Coventry & Wakefield
Salary
- £30,000 per annum
Hours
- 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday
Contract
- Permanent
The Day to Day
- Analyse site workflows and operational data to identify improvement opportunities
- Support and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives and improvement workshops
- Monitor productivity and performance through dashboards and reporting tools
- Support the implementation of automation and digital solutions
- Encourage and promote colleague-led improvement ideas and engagement initiatives
- Collaborate with teams across sites to share best practice and track improvements
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The Essentials
- Experience in continuous improvement, operational support, or similar environments
- Analytical mindset with confidence working with data and performance metrics
- Understanding of Lean principles or productivity improvement approaches
- Strong communication skills and ability to engage with a range of stakeholders
- Practical, hands-on approach to problem solving and implementing improvements
- Degree or equivalent experience in operations, engineering, science, or a related field
Our benefits include:
- Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Ability to Buy annual leave.
- Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
- ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
- Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
- Learning/study support
- Group Personal Pension Plan
- Car Parking on-site
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Working at ALS
The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.
Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.
Everyone Matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.
ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.
Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
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