Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing Excellence & Continuous Improvement
- Lead improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, A3, 8D, and Six Sigma methods.
- Conduct diagnostics (VSM, takt/cycle analysis, changeover analysis, OEE evaluations).
- Optimize manufacturing layouts, workflows, and processes to enhance Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
Operational Performance
- Monitor key KPIs and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.
- Identify process constraints and drive structured problem-solving.
- Train and coach teams on operational excellence and Lean tools.
Process Design & Industrialization
- Design and implement new manufacturing processes, equipment layouts, and tooling.
- Apply simulation tools to optimize flows and process capacity.
- Ensure new processes comply with TPM concepts and safety requirements.
Digital & System Improvements
- Support the implementation of digital tools and IT systems to improve visibility and efficiency on the shop floor.
- Integrate digital practices into daily operations.
Supply Chain & Planning Support
- Contribute to production flow optimization from suppliers through finished goods.
- Support material scheduling, planning, and bigorder management processes.
Health & Safety
- Support deployment of Health & Safety programs and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Apply safe-working concepts in process and equipment design.
Required Competencies
Technical / Functional Competencies
- Lean / Continuous Improvement Competent to Advanced
- Manufacturing Management & Diagnostics good experience in problem solving, and performance analysis
- Process & Layout Design Ability to design efficient workflows and production lines
- Digital Acumen Understanding of digital tools, trends, and applications in manufacturing
- Supply Chain & Planning Basics Understanding of demand variation, scheduling, and order flow
- Maintenance Awareness Ability to coordinate with maintenance and interpret technical documents
- Health & Safety Fundamentals Knowledge of H&S requirements and safe process design
Behavioral Competencies
- Influencing Skills Ability to present ideas confidently and build strong working relationships
- Execution & Results Orientation Strong followthrough, problemsolving, and ability to overcome obstacles
Qualifications
- Experience in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or related fields.
- Strong analytical, diagnostic, and processimprovement background.
- Lean / Lean Six Sigma Green Belt is a plus.
- Ability to work crossfunctionally and lead improvement initiatives.
