CooperVision, a division of CooperCompanies (NYSE:COO), is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses. The Company produces a full array of daily disposable, two-week and monthly contact lenses, all featuring advanced materials and optics. CooperVision has a strong heritage of solving the toughest vision challenges such as astigmatism, presbyopia and childhood myopia; and offers the most complete collection of spherical, toric and multifocal products available. Through a combination of innovative products and focused practitioner support, the company brings a refreshing perspective to the marketplace, creating real advantages for customers and wearers. For more information, visit www.coopervision.com.
JOB TITLE: Director- Engineering
DEPARTMENT: Engineering
JOB SUMMARY
A Director responsible for developing the Operational Excellence culture, delivery of capital programs, new manufacturing technologies, new product introductions/ transfers and range extensions. A focus on Continuous improvement that delivers cost reduction and quality improvements to ensure the manufacturing site remain a site of choice. Working with the Senior Leadership Team (SMT) and the business units, develop and implement long term strategies and tactics to meet the overall site objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Lead the site’s Operational Excellence strategy working with senior leadership team and their functional leaders.
Work on the long-term strategy and implementation roadmap as part of the site’s annual planning process.
Work with Business Unit leaders and Functional Managers to ensure high levels of employee engagement, prioritize opportunities supporting site objectives, align resources, and commission improvement project teams.
Collaborate with Operational Excellence leaders at other sites to standardize and improve capabilities across CooperVision.
Directs the process engineering activities and manages the successful implementation of new manufacturing technology, new product introductions/ transfers, and range extensions to deliver expected performance metrics.
Liaise with SMT and Business unit leads to identify business opportunities underpinned with a sound business case
Maintains control of the capital programs within the site and works closely with the financial manager to ensure accuracy and spend control to meet budget and forecast.
Develop, motivate and manage staff to ensure optimal performance is achieved.
Manage resources, including hiring, personal development and appraisals, to ensure that there are sufficient technical resources of the right quality to be able to deliver the planned projects.
Work closely with SMT and Business unit leads to ensure that technical resources are managed onto and off projects as necessary to ensure timely delivery.
Responsible for Building Engineering, maintains oversight of all engineering activities related to the building’s electro-mechanical systems.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Experience and ability to train, coach and develop organizational capabilities in Operational Excellence.
Demonstrated successes in the application of Lean Principles in the manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated capability in problem solving and variation reduction through Six Sigma DMAIC and CI methodologies
Project Management skills in planning, risk management, execution, and implementation experience in the manufacturing environment.
Strong leadership qualities with proven ability to lead and influence without direct authority.
Enjoys working with all levels of the organization from the shop floor to top leadership.
Excellent written and oral communication skills to interact with all levels of the organization.
Independently manages multiple complex projects while meeting project requirements.
Must be able to give clear direction, communicate expectations and provide feedback and performance evaluation to all levels of personnel.
Knowledge and experience with Current Good Manufacturing Principles (CGMP), ISO 13485, Lean Manufacturing, and strong problem-solving skills.
Normal office environment. Sedentary to light physical effort necessary to perform the job.
There will be extended periods of sitting and using a computer.
May be required to travel as necessary.
EDUCATION
Master’s Degree (M.S.) and 15 years’ experience, or bachelor’s degree (B.S.) and 20 years’ experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in relevant engineering field.
EXPERIENCE
Experience in managing technical organizations.
Must have a proven track record of process improvements and successful project implementation
