· To serve as a change agent, developing, coordinating, facilitating and leading continuous improvement projects under the umbrella of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma for Company Sites through Lean & Quality Engineers.
· Responsible for coaching and mentoring on Lean & Six Sigma tools and methodologies, coaching project champions and process owners, and developing future leaders of Lean Manufacturing.
· Responsible for completing productivity projects assigned from Higher Management and Manager Lean & Business Transformation.
· Contribute to the enhancement of business efficiencies and effectiveness of the site by developing and implementing world class strategies and advising and coordinating with Maintenance, Finance, Operation, Process Control, Laboratory, other service departments and Senior Management on the implementation of Lean Manufacturing systems, techniques and a comprehensive range of Industrial Engineering (IE) projects.
· Develop, customize and manage the site-specific implementation, maintenance and improvement of the Lean Manufacturing & Business Transformation framework.
Key Accountabilities
Lean Manufacturing Strategy
· Lead and deliver the company's Lean and Six Sigma strategy to ensure business improvements and significant business impact in terms of process improvement and cost savings across Company Site.
· Monitor, review and resolve deviations and report on actual performance and expenditure against the strategy or strategic objectives to ensure that all area objectives are achieved within approved budgets.
Business Transformation Projects
· Facilitate, identify and recommend improvement projects, proposals and Tamayaz projects to support annual objectives as defined by management.
· Assist areas in preparing the annual plan for potential improvement areas, Kaizen events, projects and Tamayaz initiatives.
· Coordinate projects defined within the agreed Lean Manufacturing journey to arrive at recommendations and action plans, after thorough analysis and comparison of alternative options, for improvement and the beneficial consequences of their implementation.
Tracking and Follow-Up of Business Transformation Performance and Projects
· Drive visibility and awareness of Lean Manufacturing by tracking continuous improvement status, cost savings, training certifications and Lean project/Tamayaz status.
· Communicate Lean Manufacturing activities and successes across the organization.
Analysis and Prioritization
· Align the company's Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Guiding Principles deployment with department strategy.
· Prioritize projects accordingly, ensuring full deployment for driving Lean leadership throughout the company.
Mentoring and Coaching of Lean and Quality Team and Areas
· Act as a mentor and coach to Area Managers and Senior Lean & Quality Engineers, increasing confidence and commitment to drive sustainable continuous improvement in the organization.
· Lead complex, high-visibility Lean projects across operational departments, providing competency, leadership and direction to department managers and employees.
Lean Manufacturing Tools Implementation
· Manage Lean project portfolios, conduct Kaizen events and lead Black Belt/Green Belt training.
· Demonstrate a dynamic presentation style with the ability to translate concepts into practical application.
· Provide focused mentoring and coaching throughout project lifecycles.
Process Management
· Work with Area Process Managers to develop, analyze and implement improved cross-functional systems and processes that guarantee smooth flow of product within the value stream.
· Develop Visual Management Systems to drive daily operations to continuously improve cost, quality and delivery.
EGA Lean Manufacturing & Business Transformation KPIs and Tracking
· Support the execution of the company's Lean Manufacturing & Business Transformation strategy at EGA Site to attain specific business improvement objectives consistent with the business strategy.
· Drive the deployment of Lean Manufacturing principles across all applicable departments and functions.
Productivity Projects
· Ensure timely completion of all productivity projects identified internally or assigned by Senior Management.
· Deliver outcomes with the highest level of quality and stakeholder satisfaction.
Training and Awareness
· Partner with, train and coach employees in the Lean and Six Sigma methodology.
· Build internal capability and a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.
Authority and Decision Making
· Problem solving and root cause analysis are among the critical responsibilities of this role.
· Thoroughly work within the PDCA (Plan – Do – Check – Act) continuous improvement cycle.
· Accountable to modify any implementation that is not aligned with Lean Manufacturing Principles.
· Authorized to take decisions that prevent system failures, whilst remaining within the defined scope of responsibility.
· The job holder works independently and keeps Departmental Management updated, consulting on matters related to decision making, financials, approvals andsigning of contracts.