Associate Director

ResponsibilitiesStrategic Project & NPI/LCM ManagementLead and deliver organizationally critical projects, including remediation, business continuity, and strategic initiatives.Manage and oversee NPI/LCM processes—specifying, developing, and standardizing products and life cycle stages.Drive project governance, risk management, and stakeholder communication to ensure timely completion within scope and budget.Collaborate with marketing and customer insights to develop business cases and ensure alignment with market needs.Engineering Operations ManagementDevelop and execute engineering strategies to optimize manufacturing throughput and cost.Lead the design, development, testing, and evaluation of manufacturing systems, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance.Oversee maintenance planning, vendor management, and engineering asset optimization.Ensure implementation of health, safety, and environmental standards across the site.Continuous Improvement & Operational ExcellenceDrive deployment of Lean, Six Sigma, JJPS, and other continuous improvement methodologies.Develop KPIs, scorecards, and metrics to measure, track, and enhance operational performance.Build and nurture capabilities in quality, safety, and process excellence among teams.Cross-Functional Stakeholder EngagementCollaborate extensively with Capital Projects, Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, EHS&S, and external vendors.Manage internal and external audits, regulatory compliance, and site inspections.Act as a primary interface for external auditors and notified bodies.Leadership & People DevelopmentLead, mentor, and evaluate teams including engineers, project managers, and technicians.Establish talent rotation and training programs to enhance team capabilities.Foster a culture of innovation, safety, quality, and continuous learning.