Senior Operational Excellence Engineer

hellofresh · Derbysenior

In short

▸Ingeniero senior que mejora procesos en centros de distribución usando Lean Six Sigma y análisis de datos.
▸Lidera proyectos de mejora continua desde la planificación hasta la implementación en planta, con enfoque en costos, precisión y eficiencia.
▸Destaca por mentorizar a equipos locales y desplegar soluciones escalables con herramientas digitales de bajo código.

Proficiency in English is required for collaboration across international teams.

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What they ask for

✓Título universitario en Ingeniería Industrial, Cadena de Suministro o disciplina técnica
✓3-5 años de experiencia en Operaciones, Excelencia Operativa o Optimización de Procesos
✓Certificación Green Belt en Lean Six Sigma o experiencia equivalente en metodologías
✓Experiencia comprobada liderando proyectos de optimización de grandes dimensiones
✓Habilidades avanzadas en Excel, SQL y análisis de datos
✓Capacidad para influir sin autoridad formal y mentorizar a otros ingenieros

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About The Team: The Senior Operational Excellence Engineer sits within the UK Operational Excellence team and plays a key role in designing, executing, and scaling high-impact continuous improvement initiatives across HelloFresh distribution centres. Positioned as a senior technical practitioner and project leader, you will handle complex, cross-functional projects aimed at optimizing fulfillment processes, reducing costs, and improving error rates. You will bridge high-level strategy and floor-level execution by collaborating closely with the OpEx Team Lead on roadmap implementation while mentoring junior engineers and leading site-level project teams. What You Will Be Doing: • Complex Project Execution: Lead high-impact, multi-faceted continuous improvement projects from end-to-end to drive major KPI improvements across site operations (cost per box, error rate, throughput). • Advanced Process Optimization: Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies, root-cause analysis, and structured problem-solving tools to solve complex operational bottlenecks. • Roadmap Delivery Support: Partner closely with the OpEx Team Lead and site operational leaders to translate the broader OpEx strategy into actionable project plans. • Data-Driven Insights & Automation: Conduct deep-dive data analyses (using SQL, Tableau, Excel/Google Sheets) and champion digital/low-code innovation to build scalable operational tools on the floor. • Technical Mentorship: Act as a subject matter expert and mentor to OpEx Engineers and shift leaders, coaching them on CI methodologies and standard work principles. • Stakeholder Management & Governance: Build strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders—from floor operatives to Site Managers—ensuring transparent risk mitigation and sustainable change adoption. • Standardization & Best Practice Deployment: Drive site-wide standard work practices, document processes, and support network-wide deployment of successful local initiatives. Who You Are: Education & Experience • Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or a technical discipline • Experience: 3–5 years of relevant experience in Operational Excellence, Industrial Engineering, Process Optimization, or High-Volume Fulfillment. • Track Record: Proven experience successfully leading end-to-end, medium-to-large process optimization and cost-saving initiatives. Technical Skills • Lean & Continuous Improvement: Deep expertise in process optimization frameworks (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, TPM); Green Belt certification or equivalent practical capability essential. • Analytics & Systems: Strong proficiency in data analytics tools (Excel, SQL, Google Sheets) and hands-on familiarity with WMS/WCS environments. • Digital Aptitude: Experience with low-code/no-code platforms or modern automation tools. • Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Ability to lead project teams and mentor junior team members without needing formal direct reporting lines. • Influence & Communication: Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and present updates to site leadership clearly. • Hands-on Floor Presence: Strong desire to blend strategic thinking with hands-on, floor-level problem-solvi

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