Manufacturing Process Manager - Launch and Sampling

Our client are a multi-billion pound organisation within the Sustainable Technology space with customers in a variety of markets. With a presence on every continent throughout the world they are true leaders in their markets and now could not be a better time to join. We are recruiting for a Manufacturing Process Manager who will validate and define the way the process facilities in the demonstration and commercial plants will be launched in the critical phases from “mechanical completion” of the facility through “ready to operate” and achievement of “full operational capability”. In addition, this role will agree and set out how the facilities will plan and manage sampling requirements to satisfy commercial and customer needs. This role is critical in ensuring that the plants achieve full operating capability within the shortest timeframe. This role will be focused on two specific new plant builds in the first instance with further projects in the future, however as you can imagine with such a role there will be travel involved, in particular at the implementation phase of the new plants. (Both within the EU and internationally) Key responsibilities Definition and agreement of the processes, sign-off protocols and timing plans that will take the facilities from mechanical completion through to operating capability Definition and agreement of the processes, capacity and capability of the facilities to meet customer sampling requirements. Establishment of the early stage (year one) sampling plan Represent the “voice of the customer” within the manufacturing team Ensure change requests are fully understood and appropriately authorised, both external and internal Employee headcount requirements: clearly identified, quantified and understood Training requirements: identified and planned Timing plans: Schedules, deliverables and gateways understood and documented with regular reviews in place to ensure accuracy and relevance. Full alignment and integration with the process map details as set out by the Business Process Definition and Integration Team Travel frequently to the new plant build specifically during implementation and handover to the operational team Requirements Degree qualified in relevant field Demonstrated experience and knowledge as a chemical engineer (desirable) Manufacturing experience in a chemical or process based environment Skilled understanding of Value Stream Mapping Significant and proven experience in the set up and implementation of new plants (focusing on manufacturing process) Knowledge of the Wet manufacturing process A thorough understanding of the definition of manufacturing processes (Ideally within a chemical or related industry) is an absolute MUST for this position) In return my client is offering a competitive salary and a market leading benefits package. To apply, please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter to Stuart Tomkinson or, alternatively, submit your application via the link below. Privacy Statement At The Advocate Group, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data – These can be viewed on our website via our privacy policy.