Operational Excellence Coach

£500 - £550 per day + Outside IR35 - small business exempt

England

posted 09 Sept 26

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Operational Excellence Coach

£500 - £550 per day + Outside IR35 - small business exempt

Apply now

About this role

We are seeking an experienced Operational Excellence Coach with a strong background in the pharmaceutical industry to support a major manufacturing transition.

Following formal Lean training programmes, this role is critical in bridging the gap between classroom theory and factory-floor practice. You will work directly with individuals and cross-functional teams to embed Lean methodologies, drive continuous improvement, and ensure tangible implementation of their learning in a live manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coaching & Mentoring: Guide and support delegates post-training, helping them apply Lean tools and techniques effectively within their daily workflows.

  • Shopfloor Engagement: Partner with teams across manufacturing facilities to cultivate a sustainable culture of operational excellence.

  • Multi-Level Credibility: Engage confidently and credibly with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation, from shopfloor operatives to senior leadership.

  • Practical Implementation: Ensure standardisation, waste reduction, and process improvements are successfully embedded and measured.

Requirements

  • Proven experience working as an Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, or Lean Coach.

  • Deep domain experience within the pharmaceutical or highly regulated manufacturing sector.

  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels.

  • Flexibility to travel to facilities in the Republic of Ireland (travel and accommodation expenses covered separately).

Contract Details

  • IR35 Status: Outside IR35

  • Daily Rate: £500 - £550 per day

  • Start Date: Week commencing 19th October

  • End Date: Week commencing 22nd March

  • Workload: Part-time (averaging ~3+ days per week, totaling approximately 67 days)

  • Contract Type

    Contract

  • Specialism

    Technology

  • Working pattern

    Part Time

  • Job ref

    BBBH141981

  • Expiry date

    09 October 2026

  • Job duration

    6 months

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