Process Engineering Supervisor – Tooling Team

Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a world full of sound. We aim to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss and innovate to connect people with future technologies. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people's lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to experience a lifetime of hearing.

The Opportunity

Cochlear has an opportunity for a Process Engineering Supervisor – Tooling Team ​, based at our Macquarie, Sydney office. In this role, the successful Supervisor will lead the tooling team to ensure that all project and manufacturing tooling requests are met according to agreed timelines. This position requires the Supervisor to maintain clear visibility of task statuses for customers, manage any necessary escalations, and apply broad technical knowledge to effectively coordinate and guide the team.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate and lead the team to achieve daily operational goals and meet KPIs.
• Coordinate team day-to-day activities to ensure deliverables are achieved on time.
• Ensure adherence to Cochlear's Quality Management System (QMS) and HEAR Behaviours.
• Demonstrate active involvement in the implementation and improvement of quality procedures.
• Communicate frequently with stakeholders outside the immediate job area, building new relationships where required.
• Attract, develop, and retain top talent by setting clear expectations, providing feedback, and coaching for growth.
• Ensure due diligence and commitment to workplace health and safety, including active involvement in WHS initiatives and adherence to local legislative requirements.

What makes this opportunity unique?

This role is pivotal in setting up the Process Engineering Tooling Design team for long-term success by providing dedicated leadership and oversight. It involves solving complex problems and developing solutions beyond standard procedures. The position offers an excellent opportunity to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of tooling operations, ensuring alignment with Cochlear's strategic objectives.

About You

Required Skills

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent, with specialist knowledge in the technical area and at least 5 years of experience in people leadership.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders across departments and participate in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently on multiple tasks under time constraints.

Desired Skills

• AutoCAD, CAD, CREO or tooling experience.

If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.

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How we recognise your contribution

At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.

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