We are seeking a Group Technical Director to lead and optimize the company’s manufacturing, engineering, projects, R&D, and quality control operations. This pivotal leadership role will ensure efficiency, safety, and quality benchmarks while aligning with the organization’s strategic objectives.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations while leading a high-performance technical team.
Key Responsibilities:
✔ Technical Strategy & Leadership: Develop and implement technical strategies to optimize operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
✔ Manufacturing & Engineering Oversight: supervise technical operations to drive efficiency, minimize downtime, and implement lean methodologies.
✔ Project Management: Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of technical projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
✔ Quality Assurance & Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance with safety and quality standards, achieving a 98%+ product quality rating.
✔ R&D & Innovation: Drive research and development initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and introduce new technologies.
✔ Spare Parts & Maintenance Management: Implement predictive maintenance systems to maximize equipment uptime and optimize spare parts inventory.
✔ Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize SAP analytics to monitor KPIs, assess technical performance, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
✔ Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing technical teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
🔹 20+ years of experience in technical operations, compliance, and risk management, with 5+ years in a managerial role.
🔹 Strong expertise in operations management, project execution, lean manufacturing, and process improvement.
🔹 Proficiency in SAP ERP systems for technical and operational management.
🔹 Exceptional leadership, decision-making, and strategic problem-solving skills.
🔹 Deep understanding of quality standards (ISO, HACCP, GMP), safety regulations, and industry best practices.