Job Description

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment. Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

Are you passionate about Lean and Continuous Improvement? Do you thrive in regulated manufacturing environments? Ready to drive world‑class performance across Personal Care and Medical Device operations?

Join our Operations Team as an Operational Excellence Manager to help shape strategy, build capability and drive sustainable improvement across our combined Personal Care and Medical Device manufacturing environment. This role is based at our Manufacturing site in Folkestone, Kent for 5 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy the site Operational Excellence strategy aligned to growth, innovation and regulatory requirements.
• Lead Lean, CI and Six Sigma initiatives to improve safety, quality, cost, service and compliance.
• Drive performance management through robust KPIs, tiered reviews and data‑driven decision making.
• Coach and mentor teams in Lean tools, problem solving and risk‑based methodologies.
• Embed OpEx into NPI/NPD, industrialisation, validation and change management processes.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Production, Quality, Engineering, R&D and Supply Chain.
• Deliver year‑on‑year measurable improvements in efficiency, waste reduction and process capability.

Education & Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Significant experience leading Operational Excellence, Lean or CI programmes in manufacturing.
• Background in GMP‑regulated environments; experience across Personal Care, FMCG, Pharma or Medical Devices highly desirable.
• Proven track record delivering Lean frameworks, performance systems and cross‑functional improvement initiatives.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt strongly preferred; project management certification beneficial.

Additional Information

This role works Monday – Friday, 37-hours per week. In return we offer a competitive package, including 24 days annual leave (pro rata), a pension matched up to 9%, life assurance cover and membership of a health cash plan.

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About Us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a world-leader in household and personal care products. Our global brands include ARM & HAMMER®, Batiste, OxiClean, Trojan, XTRA, Nair, First Response, Spinbrush, Orajel, vitafusion, Li’l Critters, Water Pik and FLAWLESS®. Founded in 1846, we have operations globally and are listed in the S&P 500.