42 Process Improvement jobs in London

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• Countryside estates and open spaces
• Cemetery and burial services

• Review, map and analyse current processes across the Green Spaces service
• Identify opportunities for greater efficiency, safety, and consistency
• Design and implement improved ways of working in collaboration with operational teams
• Work with ICT and data teams to enhance use of digital tools and monitor progress
• Develop training and support to embed new practices across teams
• Report progress and recommendations to the Head of Culture, Leisure and Environment

• Degree or equivalent professional experience
• Background in process improvement, service transformation, or change management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confident with IT systems and data analysis tools
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to influence others positively
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel within the borough

• Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, or similar)
• Experience working in local government or public services
• Strategic and creative thinker with a people-centred approach

• Lead the identification, evaluation, and implementation of process improvement projects.
• Utilise Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to drive efficiency and cost reduction.
• Analyse operational data to identify trends, root causes, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and present business cases for proposed process changes.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project execution and change management.
• Train and mentor colleagues on process improvement tools and techniques.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organisation.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process improvement, lean manufacturing, or Six Sigma roles.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex improvement projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in statistical software and process modelling tools.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Black Belt, Master Black Belt) are highly desirable.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process improvement, lean manufacturing, or operational excellence.
• Proficiency in Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a plus).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience in project management and leading cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with manufacturing software and data analysis tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a collaborative environment.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of current operational processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Design, develop, and implement new processes and workflows that enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead and facilitate Lean Six Sigma projects, from initiation to completion, ensuring project goals and timelines are met.
• Utilize statistical analysis and data visualization tools to track process performance and identify trends.
• Develop and deliver training programs to employees on new processes, methodologies, and best practices.
• Collaborate with department heads to establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitor progress towards operational goals.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management on process improvement initiatives and their outcomes.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in industrial engineering.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a process improvement or industrial engineering role.
• Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred), and Kaizen methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Proficiency in process mapping tools (e.g., Visio) and statistical software (e.g., Minitab).
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES) is advantageous.
• This hybrid role requires occasional on-site presence in London for key meetings and project implementations, with flexibility for remote work otherwise.

Quality Control Administrator Warehouse - Taiko Acton Contract: Full Time
Salary: £27,000
Contracted Hours: 40

Established in 1997 as the first manufacturer of sushi for the UK supermarket industry, Taiko has evolved into the most innovative manufacturer of Sushi, Food To Go, Prepared Meals and Snacking products in the UK, supplying Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury’s to name a few. Over the past 25 years Taiko has launched more first to market Sushi and Food to Go products than any other sushi manufacturer in the UK.

As the Warehouse Quality Control Administrator you will play a key role in overseeing quality control practices within our warehouse operations. This position involves ensuring that incoming and outgoing products meet quality standards, monitoring storage conditions, conducting inspections, and maintaining compliance with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for detail, organisational skills, and experience in food safety and warehouse operations.

• Good understanding of the operation, products and procedure
• High level of reliability, flexibility and punctuality
• Advance IT literacy with experience of MS Office and Excel
• Driven and dynamic individual with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills
• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail

Due to expansion we are looking for QC Admistrators working 7 days a week on a rolling rota working 5pm to 1am (additional shift allowance is paid )

• Inspection of any Goods-in in terms of the Quality and Quantity to see if they can be used in the Production with lower yield rather than the judgement for the food safety (In case QC judges that the goods are not acceptable for the foods safety, they should be rejected)
• Inspect incoming raw materials (including packaging) ensuring that they are within specification and report any out of specification.
• Monitor and make sure that the raw materials (including packaging) are within the specification during the storage and transfers.
• Check compliance to food safety and QA procedures including control measure for allergens.
• Ensure raw materials are stored in the correct manner.
• Ensure FIFO followed by the raw material team all the time
• Maintain warehouse-controlled document files and test records in a timely and accurate manner.
• Handover the record sheets to Technical department for reviewing.
• To make sure that all the deliveries notes for all the Goods-in for the day shall be signed for actual correct volume, quality and date by Warehouse team including the delivery notes for all the Goods-in for the day in Miniclipper and Transkold.
• Providing BB dates, Batch numbers for each delivery to Warehouse Systems Controller so that they may book the stock in accurately and create labels for the goods.
• Applying the labels to all goods received.
• Accurate processing of transfers to production on Navision for vegetables on a daily basis and reporting any shortages to purchase team and Supply Chain manager. Responsible for stock control on a daily basis.
• Ensure that all transfers to Production are recorded accurately
• Work closely with and provide cover to Warehouse Systems Controller in case of absence
• Assist Warehouse staff with their duties if QC task is not busy
• Ensure Warehouse areas and yard are kept clean and tidy

Quality Control Administrator Warehouse - Taiko Acton Contract: Full Time
Salary: £27,000
Contracted Hours: 40

Established in 1997 as the first manufacturer of sushi for the UK supermarket industry, Taiko has evolved into the most innovative manufacturer of Sushi, Food To Go, Prepared Meals and Snacking products in the UK, supplying Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury’s to name a few. Over the past 25 years Taiko has launched more first to market Sushi and Food to Go products than any other sushi manufacturer in the UK.

As the Warehouse Quality Control Administrator you will play a key role in overseeing quality control practices within our warehouse operations. This position involves ensuring that incoming and outgoing products meet quality standards, monitoring storage conditions, conducting inspections, and maintaining compliance with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for detail, organisational skills, and experience in food safety and warehouse operations.

• Good understanding of the operation, products and procedure
• High level of reliability, flexibility and punctuality
• Advance IT literacy with experience of MS Office and Excel
• Driven and dynamic individual with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills
• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail

Due to expansion we are looking for QC Admistrators working 7 days a week on a rolling rota working 5pm to 1am (additional shift allowance is paid )

• Inspection of any Goods-in in terms of the Quality and Quantity to see if they can be used in the Production with lower yield rather than the judgement for the food safety (In case QC judges that the goods are not acceptable for the foods safety, they should be rejected)
• Inspect incoming raw materials (including packaging) ensuring that they are within specification and report any out of specification.
• Monitor and make sure that the raw materials (including packaging) are within the specification during the storage and transfers.
• Check compliance to food safety and QA procedures including control measure for allergens.
• Ensure raw materials are stored in the correct manner.
• Ensure FIFO followed by the raw material team all the time
• Maintain warehouse-controlled document files and test records in a timely and accurate manner.
• Handover the record sheets to Technical department for reviewing.
• To make sure that all the deliveries notes for all the Goods-in for the day shall be signed for actual correct volume, quality and date by Warehouse team including the delivery notes for all the Goods-in for the day in Miniclipper and Transkold.
• Providing BB dates, Batch numbers for each delivery to Warehouse Systems Controller so that they may book the stock in accurately and create labels for the goods.
• Applying the labels to all goods received.
• Accurate processing of transfers to production on Navision for vegetables on a daily basis and reporting any shortages to purchase team and Supply Chain manager. Responsible for stock control on a daily basis.
• Ensure that all transfers to Production are recorded accurately
• Work closely with and provide cover to Warehouse Systems Controller in case of absence
• Assist Warehouse staff with their duties if QC task is not busy
• Ensure Warehouse areas and yard are kept clean and tidy

Quality Control Assistant

Are you an established Quality or Technical Auditor seeking your next step up in your career?

Worked within a similar role in a fast paced manufacturing environment?

Want to join a company that is on an upwards journey of growth?

Major Recruitment are seeking a Quality Control Assistant to join our client’s manufacturing site near Brent, London

As a Quality Control Assistant you will support the technical and process function to launch safe, legal and high-quality product.  Working closely with the Technical and Process Function managing and keeping up to date technical paperwork.

Key Responsibilities Quality Control Assistant:

• Draw up and maintain product factory paperwork (including recipes, calculation of batching).
li>Coordinated internal approval of all factory paperwork (including technical and process sign off).
• Responsible to maintain factory trackers (e.g. debrining, ph/salt).
• Surveillance routine testing: support the management of the routine testing schedule (covering microbiological and nutritional testing, etc), updating internal trackers.
• Manage internal training of new processes and quality system paperwork for Factory Personnel for any new products.
• Responsible to maintain the following folders up to date: artworks folders, factory floor paperwork folders.
• Responsible to create spiderweb graph for any new olives.
• Responsible to keep up to date Demarco database.
• QUOR system SME deputy.

• Assist with Customer visits.

What’s in for you?

< i>Salary up to £32,000 per annum li>Monday - Friday
• Pension Fund 
li>Career progression

Skills required to be a Quality Control Assistant.

• Experience working in a food manufacturing environment (preferrable).
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to work across departments.
• Excellent level of literacy.
• Passionate about delivery high-quality products.
• A proactive, can-do attitude.

Qualifications

• HACCP Level 2 Training & Auditing would be desirable

If you are interested, please click apply now and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch.

Major Recruitment are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straight forward.

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