Operational Excellence Manager

HAYS Poland jest firmą doradztwa personalnego, należącą do międzynarodowej grupy HAYS plc, notowanej na giełdzie w Londynie i największej firmy rekrutacyjnej w Wielkiej Brytanii.

Grupa posiada ponad 390 biur w 27 krajach na całym świecie, w których łącznie pracuje 8 300 specjalistów. Jest liderem w Europie Środkowej i Wschodniej, Azji, Ameryce Południowej, Australii, Nowej Zelandii, Chinach, Japonii, Hong Kongu i Kanadzie.

Currently for our client, global manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemicals used in consumer products and industrial applications we are looking for experienced Candidates for the position of Operational Excellence Manager.

The person employed on that position will be reporting to the Supply Chain Director and the role will be to collaborate with production management and subject matter experts at 2 sites (one in Poland and one in Germany) to coordinate the implementation of the Operational Excellence operating philosophy across the European business.

The main tasks will include driving continuous improvement activities in the area, including leading, supporting and facilitating continuous improvement and six-sigma initiatives in all aspects of the site operation (e.g. waste reduction, RTF, EHS improvements, capacity improvements, raw material usage efficiencies, energy reduction and operator knowledge and skill base.) Identifying, developing, and driving projects and modifications to optimise: plant productivity; product quality; plant safety and environmental performance; profitability maintenance; and plant operational performance to consistently meet all our customer's requirements. Moreover work with site management teams to establish metrics and accountability for the line leadership to ensure practices are sustained.

The ideal candidate for this position is a person who has higher technical degree in Chemical Engineering or other technical degree, ideally have few years of professional experience on independent role in the Chemical or pharmaceutical Industry (Automotive or FMCG experience is also welcome) at a similar level in production or plant management (implementing Lean Manufacturing initiatives). Ideal candidate should possess Six Sigma Black belt certificate (but it’s not a must) and also have knowledge of quality, safety management and MRP (preferably SAP) systems. Besides an innovative approach to cost reduction and the ability to influence others is required. Possessing excellent problem solving skills and creativity in identifying novel solutions to persistent issues would be a plus. Fluent in Polish, and English required to be able to successfully carry out duties (knowledge of German would be a huge plus). The Candidate should be also open for working in Polish and German site.

Our client offers an interesting and challenging job in an international environment, comprehensive salary and benefits and the opportunity for professional development. Within the next few years will be an opportunity to develop the range of activities for all the factories in Europe.

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