Purpose Of The JobTo lead and manage a team of technical and process improvement specialists in the Operations division site.Key Performance Areas:Plans and controls technical resources in support of process and product improvement, to ensure cost reduction.Implements technically innovative strategies and investigation techniques to support manufacturing operations in an efficient and effective manner.Design and establish new processes which translate user requirements into system/sub-system functions within the company's business processes.Leads and participates in Risk assessments, Technical and Quality investigations.Process (raw material to final product) analysis, Technical trouble-shooting, and rapid problem-solving.Assist Product Development Group during product or process development and ensure a smooth industrialization of the equipment.Evaluation, specification, and optimization of present operational systems in terms of effectiveness.Attend and participate in technical meetings.Compiling and reviewing process-related documentation.Establish interfaces between suppliers, operations, and clients to provide process specifications as required to fully implement process improvements.Provides technically innovative mentorship to plant personnel to aid the simplification of processes and manages students to develop technical skills needed for plant support.Gives input to annual budgets & forecasts, measures and controls costs and overhead expenditure, originates capital expenditure proposals, tracks progress to cost containment initiatives, and manages and reports regularly.Ensure designs, projects, modifications, and installations adhere to appropriate regulations within OHS Act and Explosive Act.Adheres to and implements Company Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Engineering.Post Requirements:A minimum B-Eng / B.Sc / B-Tech Tertiary education. Preference will be given to Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Chemical Engineering.5 Years' experience of leading a team at Middle Management level.Broad experience in a development and manufacturing environment (Explosive / Engineering / Technical).In-depth knowledge of SHE/Quality Systems, other computerized project management tools, and process improvement techniques.Fully computer literate with excellent communication and presentation skills.Experience with ERP / MES systems.Advanced systems engineering training.Good communication, planning, and organizing skills.Self-motivated, independent, and tenacious individual who is results-driven.A team player with good interpersonal skills and the capability to interact with people at all levels.Competences:Analytical and a strategic thinker with good judgement.Proven problem-solving abilities on multi-disciplinary projects.Independent and adaptable to work under pressure.A self-starter with a concern for standards and results orientation.Flexible with a positive self-image.Demonstrated financial acumen and understanding of financial statements.Ability to apply mathematical techniques to the solution of practical problems.
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