Waste Continuous Improvement Technician

Refresco Group; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage manufacturing company in Bridgwater is seeking a Waste Continuous Improvement Technician to spearhead waste reduction initiatives. The ideal candidate will lead data analysis efforts, implement Continuous Improvement methodologies, and drive measurable results in sustainability. A strong background in Lean and Six Sigma is preferred. This role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize resources and ensure sustainable practices across operations.

Benefits

10% Annual bonus

4% Employer pension contribution

Life assurance

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Purchase extra holiday scheme

Online doctors’ appointments

Access to employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Experienced in implementing Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Strong track record of delivering sustainable improvements.
• Ability to analyze data to identify opportunities for enhancement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site-wide waste reduction program.
• Analyze data reports and identify improvement opportunities.
• Deliver training on waste reduction and CI tools.
• Reduce waste percentage across the site.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Certification in Lean or Six Sigma

Job description

Are you driven to reduce waste and make a meaningful impact on sustainability in food manufacturing? We are seeking a Waste Continuous Improvement Technician to support our mission of minimizing waste, improving efficiency, and optimizing resource use across our production processes. In this vital role, you'll work closely with cross-functional teams to identify, analyse, and implement waste reduction initiatives, contributing to both environmental and operational excellence. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for continuous improvement, we’d love to have you on our team.

Waste Continuous Improvement Technician – Bridgwater, Somerset

Working hours

Monday – Friday, Day shift

What’s in it for you?

• 10% Annual bonus
• 4% Employer pension contribution
• Life assurance
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Purchase extra holiday scheme
• Online doctors’ appointments for you and your family
• Access to employee benefits platform – Cheers which includes flexible benefits such as; healthcare cover, healthcare cash plan, dental insurance, car scheme, activities pass, financial services, will writing services etc.

About the Role of CI Technician

As a Waste Reduction Technician, you'll be the driving force behind the site-wide waste reduction program, working closely with operational teams and Continuous Improvement (CI) Managers to deliver real, measurable results. You’ll own the waste framework, oversee key projects, and elevate risks to keep everything on track. You won’t just support change – you’ll lead it.

Days to day duties of a CI Technician include

• Analysing data reports and identifying opportunities for improvements.
• Lead the Waste Excellence Journey at our Bridgwater plant.
• Own and maintain the waste project framework and ensure timely, on-target delivery.
• Report weekly on progress, risks, and resource needs in collaboration with the Operations Manager.
• Deliver training and coaching on waste reduction and CI tools to operational teams.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and quality.
• Ensure sustainable results and embed new processes across the operation.
• Reduce waste % across the site and departments.
• Ensure projects stay aligned with plan and deliver sustainable results.
• Support long-term business strategy by enabling effective, lasting improvements.

About You

You will be an experienced professional with a strong background in Continuous Improvement (CI), Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies—certification is a plus. With a proven track record of delivering tangible, sustainable improvements, you bring valuable operational experience as a CI Technician, CI Coach, or Team Leader. You are a structured and passionate individual who leads by example and consistently demonstrates Refresco’s core values in every aspect of your work.

About Refresco

Refresco is the global independent beverage solutions provider for Global, National and Emerging brands, and retailers with production in Europe, North America, and Australia. Refresco offers an extensive range of product and packaging combinations from juices to carbonated soft drinks and mineral waters in carton, PET, Aseptic PET, cans, and glass. Refresco continuously searches for new and alternative ways to improve the quality of its products and packaging combinations in line with consumer and customer demand, environmental responsibilities, and market demand.
Our drinks on every table. That's the Refresco vision. We’re a global business and currently produce 12 billion litres of soft drinks from 64 manufacturing plants in 12 countries and we’re only just getting started.
We’re the proud owners of six drinks manufacturing sites within the UK. Our UK business provides a great place to work for over 1,800 employees, who produce private label soft drinks and fruit juices for all the leading retailers.
Whether it’s packed in cartons, bottles or cans, we ensure that our products are made to the highest quality standards. Our products get where they need to be when they need to get there to meet the needs of our high-profile customers.
Refresco believes that equal opportunity for all is fundamental to our company's values and all our applicants can expect fairness and transparency in our recruitment process.

CI Technician