This is your role. What part will you play?

Key Responsibilities:

o Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for manufacturing process excellence, digitization, and automation, aligned with overall business objectives and Industry 4.0 principles.

o Identify, prioritize, and lead high-impact projects that leverage digital tools (e.g., AI/ML, IoT, digital twins, advanced analytics) and automation technologies (e.g., robotics, AGVs, collaborative robots) to optimize manufacturing operations.

o Build business cases for new initiatives, including ROI analysis, resource planning, and risk assessment.

o Champion and embed Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other advanced continuous improvement methodologies across manufacturing sites.

o Conduct in-depth process analysis, value stream mapping, and bottleneck identification to uncover opportunities for efficiency gains and waste reduction.

o Lead Kaizen events, workshops, and cross-functional teams to drive process re-engineering and optimization efforts.

o Evaluate, select, and implement state-of-the-art digital manufacturing solutions (e.g., MES, MOM, PLM integration, predictive maintenance platforms).

o Drive the adoption of automation technologies, from concept to deployment, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and processes.

o Collaborate with IT, R&D, and external vendors to develop and deploy innovative digital and automation solutions.

o Establish metrics and monitoring systems to track the performance and impact of digitization and automation initiatives.

o Work closely with manufacturing site leaders, engineering, quality, supply chain, and IT teams to ensure successful implementation and adoption of initiatives.

o Communicate project status, challenges, and successes to senior leadership and key stakeholders effectively.

o Act as an internal consultant and subject matter expert, providing guidance and support on process excellence, digitization, and automation best practices.

o Develop and deliver training programs to upskill manufacturing teams in new digital tools, automation technologies, and process improvement methodologies.

o Foster a culture of innovation, data-driven decision-making, and continuous learning across the manufacturing organization.

o Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in manufacturing, automation, and digitalization.

Technical Skills:

o Deep expertise in manufacturing processes and operations management.

o Strong knowledge of Industry 4.0 concepts, digital manufacturing technologies (e.g., AI/ML in manufacturing, digital twins, AR/VR for operations, cloud manufacturing).

o Proficiency with MES/MOM systems, ERP (e.g., SAP), and data analytics tools.

o Understanding of automation hardware and software (e.g., PLCs, robotics programming, SCADA).

o Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.

Soft Skills:

o Exceptional leadership, influencing, and change management skills.

o Outstanding communication and presentation abilities, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

o Strong project and program management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

o Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and a results-oriented mindset.

o Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization

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