Job Description

Job Summary
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The Assistant Manager-CI will be responsible for continuous improvement initiatives within our organization. Working closely with the Continuous Improvement Manager & will assist in analysing processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and facilitating the execution of improvement projects. This role requires a combination of analytical skills, project management capabilities, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.


Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Process Analysis Support: Assist in analyzing current processes across various departments to identify inefficiencies, waste, and areas for improvement. Utilize data analysis techniques to identify trends, patterns, and root causes of issues.
• Project Coordination: Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of continuous improvement projects. Coordinate project activities, track milestones, and ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
• Data Collection and Reporting: Assist in gathering relevant data related to process performance, quality metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs). Compile and analyze data to generate reports, dashboards, and presentations for management review.
• Continuous Improvement Tools and Methodologies: Learn and apply continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen to support improvement initiatives. Assist in facilitating workshops, brainstorming sessions, and problem-solving activities with cross-functional teams.
• Training and Education: Support the development and delivery of training programs related to continuous improvement methodologies, tools, and techniques. Provide guidance and support to employees on implementing improvement initiatives within their respective areas.
• Documentation and Standardization: Assist in documenting updated standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and best practices resulting from process improvements. Ensure documentation is standardized, accessible, and regularly updated.
• Quality Assurance Support: Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure that process improvements comply with regulatory requirements and quality standards. Participate in quality audits and inspections as needed.
• Change Management: Assist in managing change associated with process improvements, including stakeholder engagement, communication, and resistance management. Help foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain, to align continuous improvement efforts with organizational goals. Communicate progress, challenges, and recommendations to stakeholders as needed.
• Responsible for process design and Facility planning for New Process development. (New Product)



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen. Certification (e.g., Six Sigma Green Belt, Black belt) is desirable.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data from various sources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality of work.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.



Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• 6 -8 years of experience in a related role, preferably in process improvement, project management, or operations.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, codes and regulations.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and precision in R&D.
• Ability to manage multiple task simultaneously and work in a fast-paced environment.



Physical Demands

• To successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Required daily to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, and see (specific close vision abilities are required to perform computer work).
• Required occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Required regularly to travel (usually by air or road so may be required to sit for extended periods), specifically to support other sites referenced in this description. Travel approximately 10-20%.
• Required daily to use hands and fingers and arms to reach (to operate a computer and telephone).
• Required occasionally to lift and/or move objects that are light to moderate.



Working Conditions


The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work with moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phone, and printers, etc.)
• Ability to work in an open planned office / individual office
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods
• Ability to sit in a car or on a plane for extended periods



Disclaimer


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required to perform this role. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required to perform this role. Employees will be required to perform reasonable additional duties, that are not detailed on this job description, which fall within their scope of skills and experience. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.