The Director of Manufacturing Engineering leads a multi-site manufacturing engineering and maintenance team that drives continuous improvement in our production processes
Job Summary
The Director of Manufacturing Engineering leads a multi-site manufacturing engineering and maintenance team that drives continuous improvement in our production processes.
This position supports multi-site manufacturing strategy and is responsible for leadership/talent development while driving a culture that fosters performance, innovation, collaboration, courage and trust.
Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
Matching Summary
The Director of Manufacturing Engineering leads a multi-site manufacturing engineering and maintenance team that drives continuous improvement in our production processes.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Continuous improvement in production processes
Sustaining engineering activities
Project portfolio management
Cost reduction projects
Capital equipment justification and acquisition
Validation and revalidation of machinery and processes
LEAN manufacturing based on TPS
Talent development and leadership
Nice-to-have
Fosters performance, innovation, collaboration
Anticipating and adopting innovations in best practice technologies
Collaborative relationship builder
Talent optimizer
People influencing
Key Requirements
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering or related field
Ten years of progressive experience in a technical environment
Specific machining or mechanical assembly and automation experience
Three (3) years of experience in engineering or other professional management
Familiarity with the latest manufacturing technologies and Industry 4.0 concepts