Manager IPS Pakistan

Location: Cornwala-Pakistan

Reports To: Director Operations & EHS

Direct Reports: None

Job Summary: The Manager IPS is responsible for leading and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing organization. This role focuses on enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, improving product quality, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and Implement Strategies: Create and execute continuous improvement strategies and initiatives to enhance operational performance.
• Lead Lean Six Sigma Projects: Manage and lead Lean Six Sigma projects to drive process improvements, cost savings, and quality enhancements.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with various departments to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities.
• Conduct Training and Workshops: Provide training and facilitate workshops on Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools to build organizational capability.
• Monitor Progress: Track and report on the progress of continuous improvement projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Data Analysis: Analyze data to identify trends, root causes, and areas for improvement.
• Facilitate Problem-Solving: Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving sessions to address operational challenges.
• Ensure Compliance: Ensure all continuous improvement activities comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Promote Continuous Improvement Culture: Foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization by engaging and motivating employees.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
  • Achievement of cost savings and efficiency targets.
  • Successful completion of Lean Six Sigma projects.
  • Improvement in product quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Employee engagement and participation in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably chemical or completed 16 years of professional qualification.
• Certification: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred.
• Experience: Overall, 10 years within any large scale FMGC preferably minimum of 5 years of experience in a continuous improvement role within a manufacturing environment or similar.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and leadership abilities, proficiency in data analysis and statistical software.
• Attributes: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to driving change.

Desired Competencies:

• Leadership: Ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve continuous improvement goals.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to identify improvement opportunities and solve complex problems.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey continuous improvement concepts and progress.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills to oversee multiple improvement projects simultaneously.
• Change Management: Ability to manage and drive change within the organization.

Relocation Available:

No