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Continuous Improvement Team Leader

McCormick & Company, Incorporated
Peterborough
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Company: McCormick & Company
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
This individual is responsible for managing process development projects related to the group's mission of supporting new product introduction, quality improvement of existing products, cost optimization of existing processes, and expanding the process technology knowledge base. The individual will analyze and document results, build capability through new technical and technological advancements, and oversee project execution and communication with the Business Team, Management, and the McCormick technical community. The role involves maintaining collaborative relationships with Product Development, Marketing, Marketing Research, Sales, Packaging, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Corporate Laboratories, and the TIC Process Development Group.
Main Responsibilities
Manage a team with three direct reports.
Lead process development efforts and support new product introduction projects.
Manage daily project activities.
Serve as the key contact for teams and external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication.
Gather, share, and standardize related information and specifications within the project team.
Define team roles and responsibilities and engage external expertise as needed.
Participate in FMEA, FAT/SAT testing, and update project stakeholders on status.
Ensure projects meet product specifications and efficiency criteria, with comprehensive post-project reports.
Standardize processes and programs by documenting specifications through SOPs.
Build technical and technological capabilities through process changes, utilizing effective skill qualification systems.
Manage CAAP with a technology roadmap, budget planning, and capital justification documentation.
Candidate Profile
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or related field (preferred).
Proven experience in Process Engineering and Project Management within food processing, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, or related industries.
Leadership experience, including coaching, training, and behavioral modeling.
Extensive knowledge of product and process change management.
Effective communication and collaboration skills with stakeholders across various functions and external partners.
High ethical standards and professional maturity.
Ability to coordinate across functions and workstreams.
Adaptability to complex, ambiguous, and fast-paced environments with shifting priorities.
Agency Policy: McCormick collaborates with external recruitment vendors via our Agency Portal. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from external agencies unless previously contacted.
McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to gender, race, religion, disability, veteran status, age, or other protected characteristics.
Disability Confidence Scheme: We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

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