Associate Director, Manufacturing

LifeStyles is currently looking for new talents #"

We are hiring – Associate Manager – Lean Manufacturing

Kannada Language is Mandatory for this position, Black Belt Certification is a MUST.

We are require candidates who has 4 - 7 years experience, out of which 2 or more years of LEAN & Six Sigma experience.

Associate Manager – Lean Manufacturing

Dotted Line: General Manager

This position will support, facilitate and lead strategic, high impact process improvement projects. Deploys techniques of definition, measurement, analysis, improvement and control.

The primary objective of this position will be to implement lean methods to improve efficiency and reduce waste by optimizing facility utilization, organizing workflow, and collaborating with colleagues to design efficient workstations and processes to significantly impact Company's ability to improve on-time performance and working capital.

Facilitate groups & individuals across all functions to identify the projects for quality improvement with focus on key business process & decide on application on methodology.

Communicating with Champion & steering committee team on the progress of quality improvement projects and implementing the best practices/ WCM Practices.

As Six Sigma coach, provide expert advice and assistance to Green Belts, Process Owners and Team Members in the areas from statistics to change management to process design strategies.

Gathering and analyzing data about team activities monitor the progress of six sigma projects to ensure that timelines are adhered to focus on key processes that influence key Customer Value Elements and guide Operations team to minimize variability through usage of process capability index as a tool.

Motivating the team members to participate effectively to follow the improvement activity rewarding the team members who got very good performance every month. This position will work closely with global teams to develop the annual lean transformation plan for each site or functional area based on value stream maps, Strategy Deployment objectives, and a lean assessment to drive waste reduction.

Track/report project results, and ensuring that the improved process stays improved

Leads multi-disciplined teams in the process of addressing quality issues and in the execution of the systemic improvement projects in a timely manner

Are going to work on one of highest management priorities

Facilitate and coacher to build the teams to help and support the business grow with a high level of empowerment.

Prepare weekly, monthly reports pertaining to operations.

Prepare monthly plant reports and share the concern on time.

To help the operations team with data analysis by using analytical tools.

Conduct refresh training to shop floor on Lean six sigma and statistical process control tools.

Actively involved in driving savings and improvement projects through Lean six sigma.

Actively use the safety calendar (or contribute to the activities prescribed in the Manager's calendar) as an accountability tool to measure safety performance and to promote the development of an EHS culture.

Ensure adherence to basic quality management system.

Bachelor's degree in engineering and/or equivalent that related

Job Experience

Overall Experience of 4 to 7 years, out of which Three (3) or more years of LEAN & Six Sigma experience and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Working experience in Lean / Six Sigma / Continuous improvement

Ability to understand quickly data, and to create proper analysis.

Kanban, 5S, visual management, Poka-Yoke methods, VSM, pull systems, etc.

Good command of spoken and written English

Two years of experience leading Six Sigma projects.

Additional Requirements (travel, etc.)

~ Willing to travel as needed.

Today LifeStyles is a Global leader in the sexual wellness sector, comprising a broad range of condoms, personal lubricants, and other related products and other products in over 60 countries.

Owning a large portfolio of trademarks, LifeStyles manufactures and commercialises its products either under leading global non-latex condom brands SKYN under its local heroes such as LifeStyles, Manix, Unimil, and Blowtex and Control.

Outside of branded products, the Company also supports universities, NGOs, and other organizations as part of a broader effort to promote sexual health and prevent the spread of STDs and STIs. LifeStyles owns and operates manufacturing facilities in Thailand, India and Spain, and it employs over 1,600 teammates globally.

LifeStyles Healthcare was created on September 1, 2017 , when the consortium of Humanwell Healthcare & CITIC Capital private equity purchased the Sexual Wellness division from Ansell.

As of December 1, 2022, Lifestyles is owned by Linden Capital Partners , a Chicago-based private equity firm focused on the healthcare industry.

We combine century-long history with the opportunity of a new beginning as a stand-alone company - this means a new way of thinking, the opportunity to explore new horizons and the chance to make a mark in an exciting, fresh business.

LifeStyles Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Our business foundation is strong, among our values are Integrity and Respect, our people are highly engaged, and we are excited about a new phase in the company history. We have a focus on safety and teamwork - and we want you to join us

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

---