Production Analyst/Engineer

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

We are delighted to announce that we are searching for Orica’s next Production Analyst/Engineer at our Helidon Manufacturing site.

Reporting to the Production Manager - Helidon, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the effectiveness of the Helidon manufacturing operations in both Assembly and Extrusion.

The role will ensure high safety, health, and environment standards are met while producing good quality product at competitive unit costs which meet our customer needs.

What you will be doing

• Strategic auditing and analytical reviews to ensure effective production outputs;
• Conduct process optimisation assessments, resolve system problems and reviews existing production procedures in order to maximise efficiency and reduce unnecessary costs;
• Interface with Marketing and Commercial stakeholders to implement end-to-end transformational projects to better serve our customers;
• Set high standards in all aspects of safety, health, and environment and manage adherence to all model procedure requirements and standards;
• Ensures the execution of daily, weekly and monthly production plans, including inputs to Sales and operations planning (S&OP) process;
• Analyse manufacturing data and ensure meeting quality standards;
• Conducts strategic analysis of production costs and unit costs capture opportunities.

What you will bring

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or role related Degree;
• At least 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment;
• Having strategic capability in delivering business strategy to gain competitive advantage for the site;
• Understanding and experience with manufacturing costing practices such as cost allocation methods and cost sensitivity analysis;
• Proven ability to lead, demonstrating collaborative, inclusive and strategic leadership ability. Ability to work across different groups to harness ideas and generate solutions or new approaches to complex problems.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.