Key Responsibilities
- Develop and lead on process improvements to increase plant yield, efficiencies and drive process excellence.
- Monitor and enforce adherence to all safety protocols.
- Support production trials, process modifications, investigation studies etc. in the development of new products.
- Manage Graduate Engineer program.
- Coach and mentor operational teams to help advance their technical knowledge.
- Undertake, manage and report on specific improvement projects.
- Co-ordinate Lean activities on site.
- Develop & promote solution based protocols arising from manufacturing issues
- Support maintenance teams to help develop their performance and knowledge base
- Provide technical support to large projects & major equipment upgrades.
- Innovate to take advantage of technological advances in process technologies and propose disruptive projects in this space.
- Support the Operation Excellence program using lean tools and techniques.
- Ensure compliance with relevant standards & certifications, FSC procedures, EPA & IEL License, ISO Safety, Quality & Energy & SOP’s
- Propose plant improvements, prepare capital project AFE’s and execute project to completion.
Qualifications and Experience
- BSc Degree in relevant Engineering discipline
- Green/Black Belt Lean certification
- Experience using safety systems of work
- 3+ years relevant experience in a process role or project environment.
- Experience of technical management in a process or project environment.
- Experience in Lean tools and techniques
- Knowledge of steam, heavy plant and utilities
- Rapid problem-solving ability for a 24/7 business environment
- Strong planning, numeracy, analytical and PC skills
- High energy and commitment to best practice and continuous improvement
- Awareness of SOP’s, Safety Legislation & relevant Codes of Practice
- Understanding and experience in use of Lean Manufacturing Principles.
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic
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