Key Responsibilities:
Process Analysis and Design:
- Analyse existing manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
- Design and implement streamlined processes that align with organizational goals, increase quality, and improve production flow.
- Develop and maintain detailed process documentation, including process maps, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and workflows.
Project Management:
- Lead and manage business process improvement projects from inception to completion, focusing on manufacturing operations.
- Develop activity plans, set timelines, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, supply chain, and maintenance, to ensure successful project execution.
Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement:
- Apply Lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements and eliminate waste.
- Conduct value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and kaizen events to identify and implement process enhancements.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by training and mentoring employees on Lean and Six Sigma tools and techniques.
Change Management:
- Work together with Change management team to develop and implement change management strategies to ensure successful adoption of new manufacturing processes and/or new software applications
- Communicate process changes and improvements to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Provide training and support to employees to facilitate smooth transitions and ensure adherence to new processes and/or new software applications.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Collaborate with various departments across the business, namely within Production, Manufacturing Quality, Warehouse Management, Maintenance, Supply chain teams to understand their process needs, challenges, and improvement opportunities.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including production, quality, and supply chain team, to foster a collaborative approach to process improvement.
- Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather input, feedback, and buy-in for process improvements.
Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with relevant industry regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Identify potential risks associated with process changes and develop mitigation plans to address them.
- Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure adherence to established processes, procedures, and quality standards.
- Software Implementation and Integration:
- Oversee the implementation and integration of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and other execution related systems to optimize manufacturing operations.
- Collaborate with IT technical team and software vendors to ensure successful deployment of MES and other solutions.
- Develop and execute training programs for staff on the use of MES and other execution related systems.
- Monitor and troubleshoot issues related to MES and other execution related systems. implementation, providing solutions and continuous improvements.
Automation Process Implementation:
- Identify opportunities for automation within manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and reduce manual interventions.
- Lead the implementation of automation technologies, such as robotic process automation (RPA), to enhance production capabilities.
- Work with engineering and IT teams to integrate automation solutions seamlessly with existing systems and processes.
Strategic Alignment and Leadership:
- Align process improvement initiatives with the organization's strategic objectives and long-term goals.
- Provide strategic direction and leadership for process improvement projects, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
- Identify emerging trends and technologies in process management and manufacturing to drive innovation and competitive advantage.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience (5+ years) in business process management, process improvement, or a related role within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, Lean manufacturing principles, and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Proven experience in implementing and managing MES systems or other application to support production execution in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge or Experience in IoT and Automation process is a plus
- Knowledge or Experience with SAP solutions is a plus
- Excellent project management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams in a manufacturing setting.
- Proficiency in process mapping and modelling tools (e.g., Visio, BPMN).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Certification in Lean Six Sigma or related disciplines is a plus.
