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.

Location: Wrexham, Wales, GB

Posted Date: 8/1/2025