Process Engineering Manager

Cochlear is the global market leader in implant hearing solutions. Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. A Cochlear Implant is an electronic device that is surgically implanted under the skin near the ear that restores hearing to those who suffer from severe hearing loss. It's an incredible piece of engineering and the only product in the world that restores a sense through technology. Imagine using your experience to help people around the world to hear again. We can offer a unique opportunity to join Cochlear, an iconic Australian company, leading the world in implantable hearing solutions. Our mission is to help more people to hear.

The Process Engineering department is responsible for developing stable and reliable manufacturing processes within Cochlear and at suppliers of manufactured components. This includes supporting the supply chain and R&D group project execution by developing and implementing safe, scalable, stable and robust manufacturing processes across the manufacturing network for new and commercially already available product.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting position for a Process Engineering Manager based in Cochlear's global headquarters in Macquarie University on a permanent full-time basis.

This is a highly visible leadership role suited to someone who is motivated by the opportunity to build, lead and develop a Process Engineering team, inspire the team, sets direction, involve, motivate, and help the team grow.

Your key responsibilities will be
- Recruit, develop, and lead a team of Process Engineers
- Collaborate with a wide range of internal stakeholders globally
- Develop long-term (3-5 years) strategies that align with the department's mission and goals
- Analyse current processes to identify opportunities for improvement
- Support the development of stable and reliable manufacturing processes within Cochlear and at suppliers of manufactured components.
- To support the supply chain and R&D group project execution by developing and implementing safe, scalable, stable and robust manufacturing processes across the manufacturing network for new and commercially already available product.
- Ensure that manufacturing processes and associated documents comply with Cochlear QMS and international regulation (e.g. WI, PFMEA).
- Responsible for meeting the manufacturing strategy by relocating/duplicating processes across the manufacturing network.
- Deliver complex processes in line with project objectives, target and timeline within the area of expertise.

About you
- Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering
- Leadership experience
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to manage difficult conversations and resolving conflicts
- Experience in GMP, DFA, LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma methodology is ideal
- Experience developing and introducing manufacturing processes and products internally or at an external supplier.
- Strategic thinker with a forward looking approach
- Ability to work in Macquarie University and Lane Cove

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 life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry's best clinical, research and support networks. That's why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life's opportunities.

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How we recognise your contribution

We want Cochlear to be a place where our people truly enjoy coming to work. 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.

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. We offer flexible working arrangements, and we understand flexibility is not the same for everyone. We're open to a conversation about what flexibility means for you.