We are looking for a Dynamic Entrepreneurial Minded Engineer (Electro-mechanical/Mechanical/Electrical) with natural leadership and problem-solving skills, ideally from an FMCG/Manufacturing background - to take on a key role of FACTORY ENGINEER tasked with undertaking cost-saving activities to reduce product cost and improve overall profitability.Key Competencies will include: Production/Process Control Management, Asset reliability and optimization, Enterprise resource planning, Process improvement/Cost reduction, and Resource Management.Summary Of Role ResponsibilitiesProvide technical inputs to third-party manufacturers to improve output, productivity, and quality of products and assist the procurement team in identifying potential new or improved 3rd party manufacturing partners.Undertake cost-saving activities to reduce product cost and improve profitability. Accountable for continuous OEE improvement, collaborating with planning, manufacturing, technical, quality, and R&D teams.Work closely with the quality and R&D teams to overcome technical production efficiency-related issues due to supplier quality and product formulation challenges.Identify areas for technical improvement, build business cases, and provide technical direction and oversight for all quality, H&S, GMP, capacity, and process improvement-related projects.Implement and manage maintenance strategies across 2 manufacturing sites.Lead and manage a team of technicians through site maintenance supervisors - 2 manufacturing sites, 11 team members.Manage technician task load, performance, and work quality.Create and implement team training and upskilling plans.Perform maintenance tasks as required.Perform project tasks as required.Work together with Operations Managers to ensure manufacturing KPI's are achieved.Improve and report on MTTR and MTBF.Manage and build relationships with sub-contractors, equipment suppliers, and service providers.Strict stock management of critical spares.Manage the control and standards of the workshop equipment and housekeeping.Implementation and planning of preventative maintenance schedules.Implement and maintain health and safety procedures.Initiate, cost, and manage critical improvement projects across all operations areas.Create cost savings and efficiency improvement project plans for approval.Submit and present monthly maintenance and project update reports.Manage and be accountable to the annual repairs and maintenance budget.Minimum Requirements & CompetenceBachelor's degree - Electro-mech / Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering.5+ years post-qualification experience (preferably in a manufacturing field - FMCG advantageous).3+ years Proven Leadership Experience.Good understanding of mechanical concepts: Pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, etc.PLC knowledge advantageous.Experience in working with multi-discipline teams.Must have good computer skills - MS Office.Personal Attributes:Willingness to work long hours on an Adhoc basis.Strong project management skills.Ability to lead and manage a team with a hands-on approach - proven track record.Good communication skills (verbal and written).Entrepreneurial & growth mindset.Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.Business acumen.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesManufacturing
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