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- About Your Role : APRU Activity Manager, reporting to the APRU head of department.
A rare opportunity has become available for a highly experienced professional to join the Underwater Systems Manufacturing team based in Rydalmere.
At the core of this leadership role, you will focus on the executing and ensuring performance in terms of delivery on time, cost, quality and continuous improvement.
Key ResponsibilitiesEnsuring the functional management of the entire production ecosystemInterface and manage the support functions allocated in the APRU at the pace of production (Supply Chain, Process Engineering, Lean & Performance)Ensuring the maintenance of standard costs, propose areas for improvement, pilot the improvementsOptimising production / repair and investigating work in progress by taking steps to improve productivity and reduce reworkParticipating in Supply Chain reviewsPromoting and implementing the LEAN transformation approachSkills & ExperienceExperienced in people management with strong leadership skills, managing a team (20+)Exceptional written and verbal communication skillsQualified degree in relevant field desirable, manufacturing experience essentialTechnical knowledge of electro mechanical products and their manufacturing or repair processes (desirable)Knowledge of supply chain principles and principal flows (Kanban environment)Knowledge of industrial management control and budgeting processFamiliar with continuous improvement tools (Gemba Walks, 5S, just-in-time, PDCA)Foster growth in others and in yourselfSelf-driven, thirst to learn.Competitive remuneration + Super + BonusFree medical health insurance for you and your familyThalesFlex - flexibility working is our everydayFitness Passport DiscountEmployee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech)Modernised Paid Parental LeaveNovated Lease optionsFamily support through our partnership with Parents at WorkFree on-site parkingGood to KnowLI-SG1
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