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As a Process Improvement Lead, you will partner with manufacturing teams across our Milk, Milk based beverages and Yoghurt operations to identify opportunities for improvement and deliver projects that enhance safety, quality, service, cost and productivity. Using data-driven insights and structured problem-solving techniques, you'll help drive operational performance, support the implementation of improvement initiatives, and build continuous improvement capability across sites.\nThis is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with site teams to embed best practice and deliver sustainable results.\nYou'll bring a data-driven approach to continuous improvement, using strong problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills to identify opportunities, drive change and deliver sustainable results across manufacturing operations.\nThis role works across our Bega Group network and frequently travels to Regional VIC and Western Sydney. We welcome applications from Melbourne and Sydney, and can be based out of our Port Melbourne, Penrith or Wetherill Park sites.\nResponsibilities\nStrong continuous improvement mindset with experience in Lean, Six Sigma and structured problem-solving methodologies.\nData-driven with the ability to analyse performance trends and identify improvement opportunities.\nSkilled in project delivery, driving initiatives from planning through to implementation and sustainment.\nStrong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships at all levels.\nPractical manufacturing experience with the ability to work effectively in fast-paced and changing environments.\nAbout you\nProven experience delivering measurable operational improvement projects and sustainable business outcomes.\nStrong capability in analysing data and using insights to identify improvement opportunities.\nExperience with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and/or other Operational Excellence frameworks.\nExperience within FMCG or food manufacturing, with willingness to travel to sites across Australia.\nLean Six Sigma Green Belt and experience with data analysis and visualisation tools highly regarded.\nBega Group Story\nBega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dareon the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.\nOur growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 3000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!\nLife at Bega Group\nCompany culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.\nJoin a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture\nGrow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression\nContribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with\nAccess to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs\n Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance\nApplications\nThe successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.\nMust hold a current Australian driver’s license.\nAt Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. 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