Context and Main Purpose of the Job
The Focused Improvement (FI) Engineer has the overall responsibility for delivering improvement and savings projects identified by the Cost Deployment Pillar and/or the WCM Pillar the role is assigned to. The job holder will apply extensively the full range of Focused and Quality Improvement methods and tools to counter losses identified in the areas of Safety, Quality, Cost Deployment, Customer Service and Logistics.
Key Responsibilities / Focus Areas:
- Aligns with Cost Deployment Pillar on the priority projects and/or the WCM Pillar, Run To Standard and Center Lining, the role is assigned to.
- Eliminates waste and loss according to WCM prioritization process using AM, PM, FI and QC pillar tools and methodologies.
- Creates Technical Standards to ensure process stability on the line.
- Trains line crews on technical standards and restoration of basic conditions.
- Identifies and extends good practices to other lines.
- Ensures application and accuracy of MMP Code data.
- Prepares and facilitates Standard, Major and Advanced Kaizens.
- Aligns with People Development Pillar to form Kaizen Team and deliver trainings for members.
- Coordinates with cross functional team to identify actions based on the root cause.
- Applies different improvement toolkit either individual (micro) or systematic (macro) approach to address the issues.
- Works with other Pillars on improvement related projects.
Qualifications
- Preferably with an Engineering degree in Mechanical, Engineering, Chemical or Industrial or, with Technical Education and a Significant Experience in Focused Improvement Process
- Working knowledge of Manufacturing and Process Safety
- Analytical thinking
- Problem solving skills
- Influencing skills
- Strong observation and auditing skills
- Experience in statistics and process control tools
- Experience in AM, PM, Quality and FI tools and processes
We highly encourage applicants to exclude information on age, gender, and school/s in view of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Unilever assesses candidates based on skills, performance, experience and leadership.
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.
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