Oversee Manufacturing Engineering activities for the assigned operational area.
Collaborate with Operations and Quality teams to achieve key business objectives such as productivity, cycle time, yield, and cost improvement.
Build and develop a high-performing manufacturing engineering team skilled in structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies.
Provide technical input into long-term operational planning, including process technology selection.
Develop and manage departmental budgets, including operational expenses and capital investments.
Lead or represent the function in regular performance and metric reviews.
Establish strong cross-functional partnerships to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve production and engineering issues.
Prioritize and drive execution of multiple complex engineering and operational improvement projects.
Manage departmental activities including budgeting, hiring, team management, and resource planning.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement aligned with applicable quality policies, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure employees receive appropriate training and that training is fully documented.
Maintain compliance with preventive maintenance and calibration schedules.
Ensure all documentation is current, accurate, and compliant with Quality and Regulatory guidelines, including GMP requirements.
Stay informed on relevant technological developments and emerging industry trends.
Maintain and develop the technical and troubleshooting capabilities of the engineering team.
Foster an environment of innovation and continuous improvement.
Build and maintain relationships with technical and engineering counterparts within the wider organization and with external partners as appropriate.
Lead the development of new equipment platforms when required.
Develop and implement maintenance procedures and protocols to ensure stable and controlled processes.
Oversee specification, justification, and procurement of capital equipment, ensuring appropriate balance of capability, cost, and long-term value.
Manage planning and execution of equipment and process validation activities in accordance with regulatory and engineering requirements.
Bachelor's degree (Level 8 or equivalent) in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline.
Typically 8+ years of experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Proven ability to influence at all organizational levels and build strong strategic relationships.
Demonstrated experience developing high-performing, diverse, and engaged cross-functional teams.
Strong results orientation with a track record of meeting targets and deadlines.
