Title: Senior Production Engineer
KAS Pty Limited is a part of KAS Group Asia (KGA), the exclusive direct sourcing arm of Kmart Group that operates the iconic retail brands Kmart Australia, Target Australia and Catch. KGA’s operations span the largest sourcing markets across Asia including China, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Cambodia, Indonesia and Vietnam, supporting an annual sourcing capability of US $ 2.5 billion.
With our strong commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing, we provide a full suite of procurement services from sourcing, merchandising, packaging, quality assurance, quality control and international supply chain.
At KGA, whether with KAS Pty Ltd or Target Australia Sourcing, you will be part of a dynamic, growing business that delivers incredible results through a clearly defined purpose and strategy. You will work in an environment that is highly supportive, collaborative and encourages innovation whilst providing autonomy and challenge.
You will have access to flexible working hours, health and wellness programs, competitive remuneration and training opportunities with development plans to support your career growth. We offer an empowering culture with strongly embedded organisational values that define who we are and everything we do.
Position: Senior Production Engineer
Department: GM Quality Control
Location: Shanghai / Dongguan / Hongkong
| Team Member Minimum Requirements | |||
| Required Qualification Level: | Bachelor Degree (Undergrad) | Qualification Field: | Industrial Engineering |
| Preferred Qualification Level: | Bachelor (Honours) | Qualification Field: | Industrial Engineering |
| Level of role: | Team member | Years of Experience required for role: | 5-7 years |
| Individual contributors provide organisational related support or service (administrative or clerical) OR roles operating in a “hands on” environment in support of daily business activities (e.g., technical, production or craft levels). The majority of time is spent in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Work typically requires a high school degree or 1-2 year vocational training / associates degree. | |||
| Technical Skills required: | |||
| Proven hands-on manufacturing experience | In-depth knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 6 Sigma | ||
| Strong understanding of quality management systems and best practices | Rich experience in operational & project management | ||
| Traits / Abilities: | |||
| Strong analytical, problem-solving capabilities | Ability to influence without direct control of resources | ||
| Effective communication and interpersonal skills | Self-motivated and good team player | ||
| Does the role predominately perform duties of clerical nature? | No | ||
| If yes, what statement below best aligns to the role? | |||
| Position Scope | |||
| Area of Accountability | Key Responsibilities & Deliverables | Performance Measures & Targets | |
| Manufacturing Excellence | - Conduct preliminary factory technical audit focus on industry model - Identify gaps between current practices and business requirements - Provide recommendation for improving production techniques and processes. - Govern the execution of these improvements |
Number of factory visit Number of FTA reports Number of CAP |
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| Production Re-engineering | - Identify opportunities for production technical and/or process improvement based on critical quality concerns at the product level. - Provide guidance and monitor suppliers during the execution of these improvements |
QA sample 1st pass rate Withdrawal & Recall Faulty return % Soil & Damage % Number of CAP |
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| Best Practice Sharing and Scaling | - Replicate best practices with other suppliers - Offer recommendations for necessary machinery investments - Guide suppliers in developing new manufacturing processes |
Overall supplier capability Number of new suppliers onboarded |
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| Continuous Quality Improvement | - Analyse production metrics and customer feedback to pinpoint and act upon continuous production quality enhancement opportunities | Withdrawal & Recall Faulty return % Soil & Damage % |
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| Key Challenges of This Position: | Lowest cost from diversified supplier base/Supplier capability building to meet KGA requirement | ||
| Capabilities | |||
| Capability | Behaviour | ||
| Drives results | Demonstrates a strong drive to achieve meaningful results. Drives tasks to successful completion and closure. Shows determination in the face of obstacles and setbacks. Sets high standards for own performance. | ||
| Strives for Improvement | Addresses process breakdowns with speed and thoroughness. Uses process analysis methods like metrics and benchmarks. Focuses efforts on both processes and results. Modifies own work activities and methods to eliminate wasted effort and inefficiencies. | ||
| Collaborates | Shares information with others so there are no surprises. Involves others as appropriate to accomplish individual and group goals. Encourages unity rather than “us vs. them” thinking. Welcomes and acknowledges the ideas and input of others. | ||
| Ensures accountability | Communicates the status and completion of assignments. Monitors progress of performance and changes approach accordingly. Takes ownership of own work. Takes responsibility for successes and failures in own work. | ||
| Curiosity | Applies new concepts and principles to address problems. Enjoys experimenting with test cases as a means to learn. Learns from mistakes and adjusts accordingly. Learns quickly when facing new situations. | ||
| Other Areas of Accountability | Key Responsibilities/Major Activities | ||
| Safety | Accountable for a safe site for everyone, every day by implementing and evaluating safe work practices, improving safety performance and celebrating safety achievements. Reported and identified hazards are actioned. Report site incidents. | ||
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