Operational Excellence Practitioner

Job Title: Operational Excellence Practitioner

Job Function: Operational Excellence/Continuous Improvement

Therapy Area/Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Location: Wrexham

Job Description: Proclinical is seeking an Operational Excellence Practitioner to lead and drive transformation initiatives at a manufacturing site. This role focuses on applying Lean Six Sigma principles to eliminate waste, enhance value stream flow, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. You will work closely with teams across the organization to deliver measurable performance improvements, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality medicines to patients.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and implement Lean Six Sigma projects to improve efficiency, compliance, safety, quality, and cost.
• Act as a role model and advocate for operational excellence across the site.
• Coach and mentor leaders and teams in continuous improvement methodologies.
• Develop and deliver training programs, including White Belt, Yellow Belt, and Green Belt certifications.
• Facilitate root cause analysis workshops for critical business issues.
• Monitor progress, risks, and benefits associated with operational excellence initiatives.
• Identify and track metrics to measure cultural and operational improvements.
• Promote and utilize tools such as Lean Six Sigma to drive value creation.
• Lead a team of Operational Excellence Functional Representatives to embed excellence within each function.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Strong expertise in operational excellence with knowledge of frameworks like the Shingo Model.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (Master Black Belt preferred).
• Proven experience in delivering measurable performance improvements through Lean tools and techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to transform organizations and foster new ways of working.
• Skilled in coaching and supporting individuals and teams across various levels and functions.
• Strong business acumen and ability to manage change effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging stakeholders from shop floor to leadership.
• Degree in a science-based or technical discipline preferred.
• Self-motivated, curious, and willing to challenge the status quo.

Please apply on Linkedin. Proclinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies. Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.