Senior Manager Methods

Role Purpose


* Lead and drive manufacturing methods, process engineering, and industrial performance.


* Ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production systems.


* Own continuous improvement (Lean / SPS / Six Sigma) across the plant.

Key Responsibilities1.

Manufacturing Process Optimization


* Improve existing production processes (manual, automated, PLC-based)


* Design and implement new manufacturing methods & layouts


* Optimize:
+ Cycle time
+ Line balancing
+ Workstation ergonomics

2.

Continuous Improvement (SPS / Lean)


* Deploy Schneider Performance System (SPS)


* Apply Lean / Six Sigma tools for:
+ Waste reduction
+ Productivity improvement
+ Quality enhancement


* Lead Kaizen, SIM2, and problem-solving initiatives

3.

Industrialization & New Product Introduction (NPI)


* Ensure product manufacturability (DFM/DFA)


* Support new line setup & ramp-up


* Conduct:
+ Feasibility studies
+ Cost & CAPEX analysis


* Validate processes internally & at suppliers

4.

Capacity & Production Planning Support


* Manage capacity vs.

workload balancing


* Optimize lead time & throughput


* Use digital tools like:
+ iQ Simulation
+ CAMA / CORIM / Bridge

5.

Standardization & Documentation


* Define and maintain:
+ Work instructions
+ Process sheets
+ SOPs


* Ensure operator training and process discipline

6.

Leadership & Team Management


* Lead Methods / Industrial Engineering team


* Develop team capabilities (Lean, tools, problem solving)


* Drive cross-functional collaboration with:
+ Production
+ Quality
+ Supply Chain
+ Engineering

7.

Performance & Business Alignment


* Track KPIs:
+ OEE
+ Productivity
+ Scrap / Rework
+ Cost savings


* Align methods strategy with plant/business objectives


* Report to senior leadership

8.

Safety & Compliance


* Ensure processes meet:
+ EHS standards
+ Quality & regulatory requirements


* Integrate safety into process design

Key CompetenciesFunctional


* Manufacturing Management


* Process Design & Industrial Engineering


* Continuous Improvement (Lean, Six Sigma)


* Digital Manufacturing Tools

Leadership


* Change Management


* Influencing & Stakeholder Management


* Strategic thinking

Typical Requirements


* Experience:10+ years in manufacturing / methods / IE


* Education: Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering

What's in it for me?


* Lead meaningful projects that directly impact manufacturing performance and operational excellence


* Growth opportunities through technical challenges spanning process design, automation, and maintenance optimization


* Collaborative culture that values innovation, continuous imp...