Director - Manufacturing

Cochlear is the global market leader in implant hearing solutions. Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. A Cochlear Implant is an electronic device that is surgically implanted under the skin near the ear that restores hearing to those who suffer from severe hearing loss. It’s an incredible piece of engineering and the only product in the world that restores a sense through technology. Imagine using your experience to help people around the world to hear again. We can offer a unique opportunity to join Cochlear, an iconic Australian company, leading the world in implantable hearing solutions. Our mission is to help more people to hear.Cochlear is looking for a Director - Manufacturing to lead and manage manufacturing resources to deliver short to mid-term targets in line with the overall manufacturing strategy.The role will require the development and execution of plans to meet critical business outcomes including manages the impact to new technology and processes, improvements in flexibility, yield and costs through the ongoing development of human capability.Reporting to the VP Manufacturing, Sydney, this is a permanent full-time role based in Cochlear’s global headquarters in Macquarie University.Your responsibilities will include…

• Establish, develop and coach team to meet current and future business needs.
• Develop and drive short to mid-term (1-3 years) department strategy to deliver production targets in the areas of People, Quality, Capacity, Customer Service and Cost
• Budget department financial expenses and headcount in order to deliver on business objectives. Prioritizes project to deliver on business priorities.
• Coach manufacturing managers to ensure development plans and performance assessments exist for Team Leaders and Team Members
• Drive engagement of Team Members by instituting appropriate 'people' processes and practices, evolving their application and ensuring compliance and consistency.
• Ensure stepped capacity plans are in place and in line with regional requirements - work with planning, Manufacturing Network Optimisation and other relevant stakeholders to ensure capacity remains flexible and adaptable to spikes in market demand while continuously improving structural costs (labour, material and overhead)
• Develop, articulate and communicate a clear vision/strategy for own area and contribute towards the creation of a vision for the broader manufacturing organisation
• Supporting Cochlear’s Global Supply Chain transformation program

About You:

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar role
• Experience managing a large manufacturing workforce in a matrix organisation
• Developing human capital capabilities
• Experience with delivery of multi-faceted change initiatives, including operating model and ways of working
• Time & Attendance System knowledge, ideally Kronos
• Experience in a regulated industry is highly regarded
• Experience working on continuous improvement projects with good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence others and build effective relationships at all levels of the organisation.

Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry’s best clinical, research and support networks. That’s why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life’s opportunities.If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.#CochlearCareersHow we recognise your contributionWe want Cochlear to be a place where our people truly enjoy coming to work. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.comAt Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. We offer flexible working arrangements, and we understand flexibility is not the same for everyone. We're open to a conversation about what flexibility means for you.