Focused Improvement and Innovations/Technology (FIIT) Engineer

Unilever; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Unilever Philippines is seeking a Focused Improvement and Innovations/Technology (FIIT) Engineer with a strong track record in process improvement, change management, and mentoring line teams toward semi-autonomous operation. The role focuses on reducing losses, stabilizing mixing processes, and implementing new innovations and tech across the line.

You will lead technical standard development, manage Kaizen events, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive end-to-end improvements in

Qualifications

• Requires engineering background with emphasis on process improvement and Kaizen.
• Experience applying FI, QC, and other UMS tools to reduce losses.
• Ability to coach line operators and support semi-autonomous teams.
• Strong analytical ability to collect and interpret process data.

Responsibilities

• Lead improvement projects in the process area to reduce losses and waste.
• Develop technical standards to stabilize line performance.
• Train line crews on standards and continuous improvement tools.
• Coordinate cross-functional actions to standardize operations.

Skills

Operational excellence

Continuous improvement

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Coaching

Problem solving

Manufacturing processes

Change management

Safety awareness

Education

Engineering degree (Chemical)

Job description

MAIN JOB PURPOSE

MAIN JOB PURPOSE The Focused Improvement and Innovations/Technology (FIIT) Engineer has the overall responsibility for delivering improvement and saving in the process area and leading the change management of projects, ensuring that the factory is geared up for deployment changes which include new innovations, material transitions, new technology, and recipe changes. The job holder will apply extensively the full range of Focused Improvement, Quality and EEM pillar methods and tools to counter losses identified in the areas of Safety, Quality, Cost Deployment, Customer Service and Logistics and to conduct proper change management which considers end to end impact in the supply chain. The FIIT Engineer is responsible for the implementation of all process improvements and the establishment of Basic Condition Standards in the process area. The core deliverable of the role is to eliminate losses and waste and increase the stability of mixing equipment to support the transition of traditional line teams to semi-autonomous teams. Working directly with the line organization daily, the FIIT Engineer acts as technical trainer for the line teams and provides coaching to operators. The role holds the key technical authority in the line responsible for: Measurement of all Line Key Performance Indicators: establish methodologies in capturing, recording, analyzing, reporting daily line performance data. Lead the discussion on performance gaps and trends with the Line Team. Identification of critical equipment settings and creation of standards. Creation of know-how and technical knowledge transfer to operators. Coaching on continuous improvement methodologies and tools. Responsible for elimination of top losses, improvement of OLE through Advanced & Major Kaizens.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Focused Improvement Aligns with Cost Deployment Pillar on the priority projects and/or the UMS Pillar, R2S and Center Lining, the role is assigned to.
• Eliminates waste and loss according to UMS prioritization process using AM, PM, FI and QC pillar tools and methodologies.
• Creates Technical Standards to ensure process stability on the line.
• Trains line crews on technical standards and restoration of basic conditions.
• Identifies and extends good practices to other lines.
• Ensures application and accuracy of MMP Code data.
• Prepares and facilitates Standard, Major and Advanced Kaizens.
• Aligns with People Development Pillar to form Kaizen Team and deliver trainings for members.
• Coordinates with cross functional team to identify actions based on the root cause.
• Coordinates with cross functional team to standardize operation and sustain the improvement.
• Applies different improvement toolkit either individual (micro) or systematic (macro) approach to address the issues.
• Works with other Pillars on improvement related projects.
• Innovations/Technology Designs P&ID in process area based on impact of changes/innovations.
• Creates and manages mixer recipe to standardize batch cycle time.
• Leads and ensures execution of risk assessment, pre-trial checklist, and post launch assessment for sourcing unit led projects in process area (Dispensary/Process).
• Prepares and monitors project networks for SU-led projects in Process area.
• Ensures mixing trials are executed based on the network and trial plan, and provide trial report for SU-led projects.
• Admin Compliance to company COBP, CR&R.
• Compliance to the GMP and GHK rules of the plant.
• Digital Digitization and spearheading paperless operations.
• Learn and adapt to digital tools as required by the Company, especially on the ones applicable to FI.
• Manning Participates in training and other ad hoc activities as required by the Company.
• Any other tasks related to his/her core job that may be required by his/her Line Manager.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Consumer and Customer Focus. Building world class factories will eliminate losses and ensure that we do not pass on the cost of inefficiencies to our customers and consumers.
• Bias for Action.
• By providing consistent and real-time information, decisions can be taken quickly which leverage our resources.
• Teamwork.
• Our vision is to move to semi-autonomous teams, and we require FI Engineers with passion for achieving great result through teamwork, an ability to teach operators new tools and methodologies and ensuring that the team is fully aligned on priorities to improve line efficiency.
• Accountability and Responsibility.
• Taking responsibility for eliminating waste and losses in the line and sharing best practices to support improvements in other lines.
• Growth Mindset.
• By building world class factories, we will become more competitive in the marketplace and set the standards to which others will aspire.
• UMS.
• Apply the full set of UMS methods and tools to identify root cause, define countermeasures and validate their effectiveness, master of AM, PM, Q and FI tools and processes. Establish standards to support line operators sustain new basic conditions.
• Analytical Capability.
• Collect and analyze complex data to penetrate problems’ phenomena and understand root causes.
• Coaching.
• Champions specific skills within the semi-autonomous and autonomous team and coach them to others to drive excellence.
• Continuous Improvement.
• Uses performance measures to identify and prioritize losses in the factory. Apply rigorous Cost Deployment and the Zero-loss concept to eliminate losses.
• Essential: Preferably with an Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering or, with Technical Education and a significant experience in mixing processes Working knowledge of Manufacturing and Process Safety Analytical thinking Problem solving Influencing skills Strong observation and auditing skills Amenable to work in General Trias, Cavite

We highly encourage applicants to exclude information on age, gender, and school/s in view of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

Unilever assesses candidates based on skills, performance, experience and leadership. Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their 'Whole Self' to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

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