Associate Manager, Process Optimisation
(Permanent Position)
Position Summary
Direct responsibility for a team of process optimization engineers. Leads Engineering Excellence and more complex change initiatives across the business. Mentors and develops process optimisation engineers. Deputizes for the Automation & Digitalisation Manager. Your engineering experience and project management abilities will be vital in driving the automation strategy and optimizing the plants
What you will do:
Be responsible and accountable for the development of the process optimsation strategy to deliver the Operational objectives of the business units.
Work in harmony with the Operations managers and Quality leaders to provide leadership and a consistent focus on product and process quality.
Lead a team of assigned engineers and other functional professionals to deliver project objectives which support the operations strategy.
Work closely with the Operations Management Team to ensure optimum business results in the short, medium and long term.
Be responsible to manage the process optimisation competencies of assigned engineers and partner with the Operations managers to ensure consistent developments across the business.
Develop and complete IDP’s and performance reviews with assigned engineers to provide structured development opportunities to improve performance and engagement.
Be responsible (with others) for the design and continuous development of the engineering Competency Management Process; be a member of the Engineering Competency certification board.
Lead and participate in cross functional and cross divisional process improvement initiatives – communicate and participate in system and process troubleshooting with support team members and with external agents.
Drive continuous improvement through the greater integration of IT systems throughout the plant (use centrally generated reports, maximise the efficiency of IT technologies etc)
Monitor and evaluate process layout to ensure maximum utilisation of floor space, minimise handling and optimum process flow.
What you will need:
Required
Level 8 Honours Degree in an Engineering or Science discipline.
6 years relevant experience in a team based regulated manufacturing environment
Desired
A recognized qualification in Lean Manufacturing.
Must be able to analyse and correct complex process and / or system issues of a broad scope using independent judgement.
Excellent analytical skills, ability to plan, organise and implement concurrent tasks. Ability to understand complex inputs and to be able to distil critical information.
Excellent Interpersonal Skills - able to express ideas and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Be open minded with the ability to recognise good ideas.
Proven experience practicing lean tools.
Business understanding of operations and their impacts essential.
A demonstrated ability to coach and guide others.
An ability to facilitate a team of engineers to deliver a specific objective.
An above average level of emotional intelligence.
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