Regional Process Engineering Lead (m/f/d)

Regional Process Engineering Lead (m/f/d)

Regional Process Engineering Lead is responsible for coordinating an engineering team that supports regional plant operations and provides best available technologies. The role involves overseeing maintenance activities and benchmarking between plant processes and technologies, proposing optimization for spare parts handling, energy efficiency initiatives, safety compliance (including machine guarding systems), and active engagement with the global technology network to apply and develop technology standards. Driving transformation processes, including Plant of the Future and digitalization initiatives as part of the implementation of the AMPS framework.

Responsibilities

• Create an environment in accordance with the Company Values.
• Oversee the development and implementation of new processes to enhance productivity and efficiency within the organization.
• Analyse existing workflows and identify areas for improvement, recommending changes to minimize bottlenecks and streamline operations.
• Facilitate cross-functional team meetings to ensure alignment on process improvement initiatives and gather input from various stakeholders.
• Document all process changes and updates, creating comprehensive manuals and guidelines for staff training and reference.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal requirements pertaining to the function.
• Absorb and promote AMPS in a daily work environment.
• Analyze technical defects and create root cause analyses, and support plants in learning processes.
• Ensure compliance and improve safety standards.
• Responsible for the selection and introduction of new equipment, components, and technologies, as well as the evaluation and analysis of performance.
• Standard-compliant with specific management systems (quality management, project management, environmental management, occupational health and safety).
• Responsible for standardization and technical documentation of machines and systems as well as components.
• Support initiatives to maximize operational outputs and minimize operational costs around responsibility, e.g. overhead materials, tools, machine spare parts, maintenance.
• Participation in internal and external working groups and project teams.
• Active involvement in planning, organization and monitoring of maintenance compliance and scheduled maintenance.
• Implementation of the results of weak point analyses and measures for process improvement.
• Responsible execution of tests and optimization of materials and individual processes.
• Organization of processes benchmarking.
• Responsible for introduction to the standardized process and development of new technical solutions.

Requirements

• Qualification: Graduated mechanical or electrical engineering, MBA will be an advantage
• Good knowledge of common application programs - CAD, SAP, MS Office, databases, PLC, Infinity, WinCC incl. programming
• Leadership skills
• Minimum 8 years of work experience in Process Engineering technology in a manufacturing setup with management responsibility
• At least 5 years of comparable professional experience in an internationally active company, ideally with a fully automated production line
• Knowledge about different maintenance methods and track record of their implementation (preventive, predictive, autonomous..)
• Demonstrated track record of leading and developing others and transferring knowledge
• Experience in translating results and requirements into practice
• Experience with CAPEX projects and ROI calculations
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting (OPEX)
• Good understanding of modern lean manufacturing techniques (SMED, Kaizen, 6S, Kanban, SPC / 6 Sigma, TPM / OEE)
• Broad understanding of Plant Operations, preferably with demonstrated experience in various roles
• Analytical and Design Thinking
• Strategic Thinking and problem-solving
• Organizational skills
• Communication and listening skills
• People oriented
• English in word and writing (Advanced)

What We Offer

You can expect a competitive compensation and benefit package in an international environment with challenging project work and a dynamic team. Additionally, you will be a part of our exciting and growing business.

About Ardagh Metal Packaging

Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) is a leading global supplier of sustainable and infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners globally. An operating business of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group, AMP is a leading industry player across Europe, North America and Brazil and with innovative production capabilities. AMP operates 23 metal beverage can production facilities in nine countries, employing more than 6,000 people with sales of approximately $4.9bn in 2024. A partner of choice for beverage companies, AMP is known for its outstanding quality and customer service and is the only pure-play metal beverage can producer of scale in the market today.

Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP), 76%-owned by Ardagh Group is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Group is a global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable, metal and glass packaging for brand owners around the world. The four Core Values of Inclusion, Trust, Teamwork and Excellence guide our work. Ardagh Group also holds a 42% interest in Trivium Packaging. Ardagh operates 59 metal and glass production facilities in 16 countries, employing approximately 19,000 people with sales of approximately $9.1bn. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people.

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