Senior Process Improvement & Cost Strategy Leader

AmTrim; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AmTrim seeks an experienced Process Engineer to lead lean initiatives and optimization across manufacturing. You will guide cross-functional teams from quoting to production during new product launches, and drive cost estimation improvements with ERP/MRP tools and Excel.

The role requires 8+ years in industrial engineering, strong leadership, and a track record of measurable process improvements. A focus on safety, efficiency, and strategic cost control is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in industrial engineering, cost estimating, or process optimization within manufacturing.
• Proven track record of leading projects and mentoring team members.
• Advanced knowledge of time studies, cost modeling, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement tools.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, cost estimating software, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement programs across departments.
• Direct cross-functional teams during new product launches, ensuring smooth transition from quoting to production.
• Evaluate and recommend tooling, equipment, and automation strategies to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead time studies, workflow analyses, and labor utilization projects to drive process efficiency.
• Provide technical support on cost estimates for new and existing products, incorporating labor standards, materials, tooling, and overhead.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to prepare accurate quotes.
• Maintain and refine quoting standards, databases, and process assumptions.
• Develop an understanding of the financial aspects as it relates to the P&L.
• Compare quoted assumptions to actual production results, and adjust standards as needed.
• Lead and provide executive-level reporting on improvement opportunities.
• Develop short-term and long-term strategies for operations.
• Document best practices and create standardized processes for quoting and industrial engineering activities.
• Develop a sound understanding of the technical, quotation, process, and management process of the business.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Process optimization

Leadership

Cost estimation

Time studies

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Cost estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AmTrim seeks an experienced Process Engineer to lead lean initiatives and optimization across manufacturing. You will guide cross-functional teams from quoting to production during new product launches, and drive cost estimation improvements with ERP/MRP tools and Excel.

The role requires 8+ years in industrial engineering, strong leadership, and a track record of measurable process improvements. A focus on safety, efficiency, and strategic cost control is essential.