Business Process Optimisation Specialist

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Business Process Optimisation Specialist

Working within the Vantive Value Streams, you will play a lead role in bringing success to the area’s day-to-day operations and its’ continuous improvement journey. This is a broad role which will see involvement in actions which will ensure the achievement of the area’s Key Performance Indicators in Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.  

You should possess business acumen, understanding how each component of your work is linked to the overall site objectives, with an understanding of how Lean tools and processes help to improve business results, as well as an appreciation of the importance of people and behaviors in achieving and sustaining success.  

You will develop proficiency in Lean Manufacturing Methodologies and the Vantive Operating System to the point at which you can lead implementation of these programs in Value Streams.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Production Support and Process improvement.
• Working with Value Stream Managers and Supervisors to complete the tasks required to exceed or meet the daily, weekly and monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost. 
• Supporting new product development and implementation in the area. 
• Assisting in maintaining a safety orientated culture and GMP compliant work environment. 
• Working as part of the Value Stream to identify, drive and implement processes and safety improvements. 
• Supporting the deployment of all the company’s continuous improvement initiatives in the area. 
• Completing change controls, document updates, risk assessments and various other aspects of implementing improvements. 
• Leading small projects and supporting larger projects in the Value Streams as necessary.
• Leading A3 teams in areas such as OEE, Waste and other improvement initiatives. 
• Gather and analyze data to help identify the root cause and corrective actions needed for improvement. Track and trend metrics within the department. 
• Using problem-solving tools and lean methodologies in delivering day-to-day improvements. 
• Supporting the deployment of the Vantive Operating System by being the change champion and deployment coordinator within the Value Streams 
• Support the value streams on various programs such 6S, Kaizens, iCare and Standardized Work. 

Experience required:

• Candidates should be able to demonstrate a flexible and innovative approach to manufacturing methods and work practices.   
• Candidates should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and an ability to think analytically and innovate to achieve goals.  
• Change and continuous improvement acumen. 
• Energy and enthusiasm to drive and support change and continuous improvement. 
• Ability to work with colleagues at all levels with excellent communication skills. 

What Vantive can offer to you:

• A permanent contract with a stable and secure work environment.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, company pension scheme, and annual bonus scheme.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment and technology.
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance.

Reasonable Accommodation

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