Job Description About the Role
n We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Manufacturing Transformation to lead the next stage of our manufacturing evolution.
n This is a strategic executive leadership position responsible for transforming our manufacturing operations into a world-class, digitally enabled, high-performance organisation. The successful candidate will lead operational excellence initiatives, modernise manufacturing systems, improve productivity and quality, and build a scalable manufacturing capability that supports the company's long-term growth.
n Working closely with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Quality, and the Executive Team, you will drive continuous improvement while maintaining the flexibility, innovation, and customer focus that define our business
n Key Responsibilities
n As the Director of Manufacturing Transformation, you will:
n Manufacturing Strategy & Transformation
n n Develop and execute the company's long-term Manufacturing Transformation Strategy.
n Create and maintain a Manufacturing Master Plan aligned with business objectives.
n Lead organisation-wide manufacturing transformation initiatives.
n Improve productivity, efficiency, and operational performance.
n Increase manufacturing capacity and scalability.
n Reduce manufacturing lead times and improve gross margins.
n Establish world-class manufacturing standards and best practices.
n Foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
n n Operational Excellence
n n Design and implement robust manufacturing systems and processes.
n Standardise production workflows, procedures, and documentation.
n Improve production scheduling, capacity planning, and material flow.
n Optimise factory layout and workstation design.
n Lead Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and waste reduction initiatives.
n Implement Root Cause Analysis and corrective action processes.
n n Production Engineering & Industrialisation
n n Lead Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Test (DFT) initiatives.
n Oversee New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing readiness activities.
n Improve manufacturing validation and process capability.
n Drive product modularisation and assembly optimisation.
n Partner with Engineering to ensure products are designed for efficient manufacturing without compromising quality or reliability.
n n Digital Manufacturing
n n Lead the implementation and optimisation of ERP and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
n Introduce barcode traceability and electronic work instructions.
n Develop real-time production dashboards and reporting systems.
n Implement digital quality management and manufacturing analytics.
n Support Industry 4.0 and Smart Factory initiatives.
n n Automation & Technology
n n Identify automation opportunities that improve productivity, quality, and safety.




n Implement automated testing, digital inspection, production monitoring, and manufacturing data capture.
n Evaluate robotics and semi-automated assembly solutions appropriate for a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
n n Quality & Continuous Improvement
n n Work closely with Quality Assurance to improve manufacturing quality and reliability.
n Improve First Pass Yield (FPY), reduce non-conformances, and support CAPA initiatives.
n Drive supplier quality improvements and manufacturing audits.
n Reduce warranty costs through process improvement and manufacturing excellence.
n n Supply Chain & Procurement
n n Collaborate with Procurement to improve supplier performance and capability.
n Support strategic sourcing and make-versus-buy decisions.
n Improve inventory management and material availability.
n Lead value engineering and cost reduction initiatives.
n n Leadership & People Development
n n Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing manufacturing leadership team.
n Coach Production Managers, Manufacturing Engineers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders.
n Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
n Lead organisational change through effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
n n Performance Management
n n Develop and monitor manufacturing KPIs including:
n Productivity
n Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
n Labour efficiency
n First Pass Yield (FPY)
n On-time delivery
n Manufacturing lead time
n Capacity utilisation
n Inventory turns
n Supplier performance
n Warranty costs
n Present monthly strategic performance reports and improvement plans to the Executive Leadership Team.
n n Qualifications
n Essential
n n Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
n Minimum 15 years' experience in manufacturing leadership, including senior management roles.
n Demonstrated success leading large-scale manufacturing transformation programs.
n Strong experience in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.
n Proven experience implementing ERP and MES systems.
n Experience in production engineering, industrialisation, and New Product Introduction (NPI).
n Robust commercial and financial acumen.
n Excellent leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
n n Preferred
n n MBA or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations,



or Business.
n Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or equivalent).
n PMP or other project management certification.
n Experience with Industry 4.0, Digital Manufacturing, Smart Factory technologies, and manufacturing automation.
n n Highly Desirable Industry Experience
n Experience in one or more of the following industries:
n n Power Electronics
n Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
n UPS Systems
n Renewable Energy
n Industrial Electrical Equipment
n Defence Manufacturing
n Mining Equipment
n High-Reliability Electronics
n Heavy Industrial Manufacturing
n Advanced Manufacturing
n n What We're Looking For
n We are looking for a transformational leader who is:
n n Strategic and commercially focused.
n Practical and hands-on.
n Systems-oriented and highly organised.
n Analytical and data-driven.
n Passionate about manufacturing excellence.
n A strong mentor and people developer.
n Comfortable leading organisational change.
n Collaborative and capable of influencing across all levels of the business.
n Calm under pressure with excellent decision-making skills.
n n Success in This Role
n Within your first 12 months, you will be expected to:
n n Complete a Manufacturing Maturity Assessment.
n Develop a five-year Manufacturing Transformation Roadmap.
n Standardise manufacturing processes across production areas.
n Establish factory-wide KPIs and executive dashboards.
n Improve manufacturing productivity by at least 15%.
n Reduce manufacturing lead times by at least 20%.
n Support ERP and MES optimisation.
n Introduce digital manufacturing and barcode traceability.
n Improve product standardisation and modularisation.
n Strengthen the manufacturing leadership team through coaching and development.
n n Why Join Us?
n This is an exceptional opportunity to lead the transformation of a growing Australian manufacturer at the forefront of advanced power electronics and battery energy storage solutions. As the Director of Manufacturing Transformation, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's manufacturing strategy, driving operational excellence, and building a world-class, digitally enabled manufacturing organisation.
n You will work alongside a highly experienced leadership team, influence strategic business decisions, and lead initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, innovation, and long-term business growth. Your expertise will directly contribute to delivering reliable, high-performance energy solutions that support industries across Australia and international markets.
n If you are a visionary and results-driven manufacturing leader with a passion for operational excellence, digital transformation, continuous improvement, and developing high-performing teams, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of advanced manufacturing.

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