Manufacturing Optimization Specialist

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeProcessOptimization Full time $110,000 - $185,000
Job Description

The Manufacturing Optimization Specialist is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, ensure quality, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Lead complex projects using Six Sigma methods (e.g., DMAIC) to achieve strategic and business objectives such as process optimization, waste reduction, quality enhancement, reducing costs, developing capabilities, and streamlining processes.
  • Partner with leadership to evaluate current processes, metrics, and customer requirements to identify areas ripe for improvement.
  • Define goals and boundaries, secure resources, identify stakeholders, create detailed project plans and charters, and track project progress, milestones, savings, and other key aspects, linking operational improvements to financial benefits.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of improvement initiatives.
  • Expertise in Lean methodologies and Six Sigma principles is used to identify, analyze, and solve complex problems affecting business operations and customer satisfaction.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will have:

  • An Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
  • A minimum of 5 – 10 years experience.
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification: Strong background and certification in Lean Six Sigma (at least Green Belt, with Black Belt being ideal).
  • Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to conduct root cause analyses, analyze data, and apply statistical tools to identify trends and potential issues.
  • Leadership and Coaching: The Process Engineer must be able to effectively lead cross-functional teams, assign roles, provide coaching and development, and foster collaboration to drive organizational change.
  • Problem-solving: Ability to understand the problem, analyze the data, develop projects, and implement solutions.

Benefits

This role offers a challenging and rewarding career path with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Others

The successful candidate will be a motivated and results-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering high-quality results.

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