About the role
We are seeking a professional to join our production team to enhance cost clarity, boost operational effectiveness, and foster ongoing enhancements.
In this position, you will work closely with the Operations, Production, Supply Chain, and Finance departments to evaluate production expenses, uncover savings opportunities, refine reporting precision, and aid strategic business choices through data-driven assessments.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate production expenses, pinpoint discrepancies, and propose corrective measures.
- Identify and assist in cost-saving projects within production operations.
- Track production performance indicators, workforce efficiency, and material usage to elevate operational outcomes.
- Enhance inventory precision through regular cycle counts, physical stock checks, reconciliations, and analysis of outdated stock.
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams to pinpoint opportunities for process enhancements and waste reduction.
- Engage in continuous improvement and capital projects by offering cost evaluations and project assistance.
- Support internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance efforts.
- Deliver actionable cost insights that aid in operational and financial decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing cost engineering, production engineering, industrial engineering, or process enhancement.
- Proficiency in analyzing production costs, cost discrepancies, and production performance indicators.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Advanced skills in Excel (Pivot Tables, Power Query); familiarity with Power BI is advantageous.
- Experience with ERP systems.
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Value Stream Mapping is preferred.
- Capability to work collaboratively across Operations, Production, Supply Chain, and Finance in a dynamic production environment.