Head of Production Business Processes

Job Overview

The Head of Production Business Processes is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the production workflows and processes within the company. This role requires a strategic leader who can drive efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness across production operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process improvement, production management, and team leadership, with a focus on implementing best practices and innovative solutions.

What You’ll Do:

• Leadership and Strategy:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for production process improvement.
  • Lead and mentor a team of production process analysts and technical experts.
  • Collaborate with senior management to align production processes with company goals.
  • Work closely with the IT organization to ensure systems that are being selected are configured in a manner that enables production business processes to operate smoothly
  • Liaison between Production teams and PM, Engineering and Service to ensure data coming into and going out of productions systems enables the overall business to be run efficiently and effectively
• Process Optimization:
  • Identify areas for improvement in production workflows and implement changes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
  • Utilize lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to streamline processes and reduce waste.
  • Monitor and analyze production metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Quality Management:
  • Ensure all production processes comply with industry standards and regulations.
  • Implement quality control measures and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for all production processes.
• Technology Integration:
  • Assess and integrate new technologies and automation solutions to improve production processes.
  • Work with IT and other departments to implement and maintain production software systems.
• Cost Management:
  • Develop and manage the production budget, focusing on cost reduction and efficiency gains.
  • Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to ensure cost-effective procurement of materials and services.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Work closely with other departments, including R&D, supply chain, and logistics, to ensure seamless production operations.
  • Communicate process changes and improvements to all relevant stakeholders.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Who You Are:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in production management or process improvement roles.
  • Proven track record of leading and implementing successful production process improvements.
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Skills:
  
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in production management software and tools.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.