Process Optimisation Technician

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Process Optimisation Technician to join our Manchester Dairy. The purpose of the role is to provide technical expertise to support and optimise value creation, working within the Muller values and standards whilst striving to continuously improve. Contract - Permanent / Full Time Location – Manchester Shift Pattern – Monday – Friday - 7am start time The ideal candidate will have strong process background within a food manufacturing environment, a high level problem solving capability, the ability to process map and can collaboratively work with other internal stakeholders. Key responsibilities of a Process Optimisation Technician will include: Constant recognition that the value creation is “level 1” - First line support primary purpose is to support the front line teams. Coaching front line team members, enabling them to solve problems. Uses PDCA techniques to follow problems through to “100 year fix” in real time. Process optimisation capability – to include process mapping. Basic level understanding of PLC and logic fault finding skills. Maintenance excellence / Asset care. Uses PMS to support prioritisation, problem solving and team engagement. Displays ownership by creating and delivering end to end site wastage initiatives. Continuous transfer of knowledge and best practice. Work with engineering & technicians to observe, recognise and report on process performance and improvement. Work closely with the effluent plant and the operatives, guiding them with best practise, optimising ETP processes, troubleshooting and operation expertise. Availability to receive emergency calls out of hours, to be able to provide remote support when in need. Ability to work alongside a continuous improvement team to achieve a universal goal, analysing; documenting and validating along the way. Key skills & experience Operational Excellence Overview and Waste Management. All Dairy Technical Competency Workshops OR L3 Dairy Operator. Apprenticeship Process mapping. Basic logic / PLC fault finding. Six sigma. Operational Excellence Problem Solving. Knowledge of effluent treatment operations (preferred). Benefits Competitive salary Up to 10% bonus paid yearly Single Health care cash plan 2x life assurance 33 days holiday Access to the Muller rewards platform where you can gain access to 1000s of discounts, cycle to work scheme etc. Buy & sell holidays. You can find out more about Müller and what it’s like to work for us by clicking here Careers at Müller UK & Ireland