Assistant Manager- Operational Excellence

Job Responsibilities

Strategy and Execution for Manufacturing Excellence

•Developing and implementing new processes and procedures to improve operational efficiency, Wastage and other cost saving drivers.  Leading projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing costs.

Implementation of 5S/TPM/KAIZENS

•Support the Department Leadership team in creating an environment where work teams and individuals are positively motivated to engage in Operational Excellence tools such as 5S/TPM/KAIZENS.

Administration

•Setting up circle teams, training the teams on specific tools and coordinating   meetings and various core group meetings related to problem solving. Facilitate/ coordinate structured problem-solving activities with teams based on trigger points defined as part of the Continuous Improvement process.

Data Analysis and Visualizations

•Analyzing data to identify operational trends and visualize in order to see the opportunities for improvement. Preparing reports on operational performance, including benchmarks against industry standards or best practices.

Upskill and motivation

•Motivating employees to improve performance by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation and provide necessary training programs to all levels of staff to uplift knowledge on operational excellence.

New Processes and Machinery

•Develop new processes to streamline operations and improve customer service and operations and recommend new equipment purchases to improve efficiency.

Person Specifications

BSc Engineering degree from a recognized University.

3 years’ experience in implementing 5S/TPM/TQM/KAIZEN or any other operational excellence tools with Manufacturing environment would be an added advantage.

Understanding the Critical Processes/mechanisms involved in utility & production equipment in a manufacturing environment.