Operational Excellence Coordinator

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you'll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. Role: We are looking for three Operational Excellence Coordinators to join our teams in Coventry, Hawarden and Wakefield. This is a fantastic opportunity to help drive continuous improvement across our operations by translating group strategy into practical, day-to-day improvements at site level. In this role, you will work closely with site leadership and operational teams to identify opportunities to improve productivity, streamline processes and support the implementation of automation and digital tools. You will help build a culture where ideas are encouraged and improvements are embedded in everyday work. If you have an analytical mindset and enjoy understanding how processes work, this role could be a great fit. Experience in production environments or with Lean principles would be particularly beneficial, but most important is your curiosity, problem-solving approach and enthusiasm for improving how things work. Locations: Coventry Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday Contract: Permanent The Day to Day Analyse site workflows and operational data to identify improvement opportunities Support and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives and improvement workshops Monitor productivity and performance through dashboards and reporting tools Support the implementation of automation and digital solutions Encourage and promote colleague-led improvement ideas and engagement initiatives Collaborate with teams across sites to share best practice and track improvements The Essentials Experience in continuous improvement, operational support, or similar environments Analytical mindset with confidence working with data and performance metrics Understanding of Lean principles or productivity improvement approaches Strong communication skills and ability to engage with a range of stakeholders Practical, hands-on approach to problem solving and implementing improvements Degree or equivalent experience in operations, engineering, science, or a related field Our benefits include: Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time) Ability to Buy annual leave. Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies. 'Celebrating Success' Recognition Awards Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub. Learning/study support Group Personal Pension Plan Car Parking on-site Working at ALS The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you'll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request. Eligibility To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa. How to apply Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role. ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. Using advanced technologies and innovative methods, we help our clients leverage data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world. Our people are the heart of our business, driving testing solutions and innovations to solve complex challenges and create lasting value for our clients. But most importantly, our people care – for each other and for the work we do. With over 20,000 team members across 70 countries, you'll be part of a global network. Learn more about what makes our workplace great here. Didn't see the right job for you today? We'd still love to hear from you. With a team of more than 20,000 employees across 70 countries, it takes all kinds of skills and expertise to make a company like ours thrive – and not all of them are in labs! We're all about people – so show us who you are and why you're passionate about working with us by submitting your resume, and we'll keep it on file for future opportunities. Want to know more? Check out our careers page to find out about the benefits of joining our team, and don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn for the latest updates!