Job Description

Opportunity - Continuous Improvement Technician

Are you passionate about making things better, faster, and smarter? If you thrive in a hands-on environment where your ideas translate directly into performance gains, this could be the perfect role for you. We're looking for a

Continuous Improvement Technician

to join our high-performing operations team at our

Crick site

.

The Role - Continuous Improvement Technician

As a Continuous Improvement Technician based at our Crick site, you'll play a vital role in embedding Operational Excellence and unleashing the potential of our manufacturing operations. You'll be at the heart of our mission, using proven CI tools and techniques to help every product reach pets in top form.

Responsibilities

Health & Safety and Lean Deployment

Champion health & safety through best practice, including LOTO and safety observations


Deploy Lean tools like 5S, Standards & Centrelines, Defect Handling, and CIL (Clean, Inspect, Lubricate)

Analysis and Problem Solving

Analyse production data to identify root causes of downtime and losses


Build and implement 'Loss Trees' and action plans across model lines

Waste Reduction & Efficiency

Lead waste-reduction initiatives tackling transport, motion, waiting, overproduction, defects, and more


Deliver measurable gains in OEE, cost savings, quality, and efficiency

Coaching & CI Culture

Coach operational colleagues to build a CI culture and drive sustainable improvements

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

C.I. experience in manufacturing or logistics (food or FMCG background ideal)


Strong analytical skills and a data-driven mindset


Solid understanding of Lean tools and continuous improvement principles


Able to coach, influence, and engage across different levels and teams


Comfortable working autonomously, meeting deadlines, and supporting strategic site goals


Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint


Passionate about progress-with a love for pets, too

The Offer - Continuous Improvement Technician

Location:

Crick (On-site)

Salary:

Competitive

Bonus:

10% annual company bonus scheme

Hours:

37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Pension:

Employee contributions 3% / Employer contribution 8% (salary sacrifice company pension scheme)

Holidays:

25 days + Bank Holidays

Medicash Plan

Life Assurance

Enhanced maternity/paternity/pawternity

Other Benefits:

Free parking, tasty treats, bring your dog to work, discounted products & free hot drinks

Flexible Benefits:

Cycle to work, workplace nurseries, dental insurance (offered through salary sacrifice or pay deductions)

Staff Discount:

Ability to purchase heavily discounted pet food

Company

IPN is an innovative, well-established, and award-winning pet food manufacturer, employing over 850 people across our 4 UK manufacturing sites. Our family of brands includes Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butchers, Classic Cat, and a selection of partner brands that trust us to produce food on their behalf. Our kitchens in Thirsk, Kinmel and Crick produce dry, wet, and baked foods which are enjoyed by dogs and cats all over the world.