Manufacturing Improvement Leader

3 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Opella Full time
Overview

As a proactive and analytical Manufacturing Improvement Leader, you will use your data skills to drive operational excellence at our Virginia production site. This hybrid role combines leadership in continuous improvement initiatives with advanced data analysis to identify trends, optimize processes, and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Lean methodologies, data analytics, and production operations.



Location

Location: Virginia, Brisbane



Main Responsibilities
  • Lead and facilitate Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost
  • Identify and prioritise improvement opportunities in collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Develop and implement standard work procedures, visual management tools, and process controls
  • Train and coach staff on continuous improvement tools and methodologies
  • Collect, analyse, and interpret production data to identify trends, variances, and root causes
  • Develop dashboards and reports to monitor KPIs such as OEE, downtime, yield, and throughput
  • Use statistical tools to support problem-solving and decision-making
  • Present insights and recommendations to site leadership to support operational goals
  • Manage improvement projects from concept to completion, ensuring timelines and objectives are met
  • Coordinate with production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams to implement changes
  • Track project outcomes and report on ROI and performance improvements


About You
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field


Experience
  • Mininum 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing, packaging, distribution or production environment
  • Proven examples of Improvement projects and use of data analysis to make strategic recommendations
  • Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other CI methodologies (certification preferred)
  • Experience with being on-site with regular interaction on the shop floor, with exposure to manufacturing equipment, processes and safety protocols


Skills
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python, or similar)
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Agile, Proactive self-starter, enthusiastic team player attitude


Why Us

At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day.



We Are Challengers
  • All In Together: We keep each other honest and have each other's backs.
  • Courageous: We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity.
  • Outcome-Obsessed: We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity.
  • Radically Simple: We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be.


Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.


www.opella.com/en/careers



Seniority level

Not Applicable



Employment type

Full-time



Job function

Management and Manufacturing



Industries

Retail Health and Personal Care Products

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