Operational Change Management Lead Engineer

Company Description

Pilmico Foods Corporation & Gold Coin Management Holdings are the integrated agribusiness and food companies of Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc. (AEV). Gold Coin is now fully-managed and owned by Pilmico International and to date, it is the largest investment in the Asia-Pacific region in their shared history. 

Pilmico comprises four divisions: Flour, Feeds, Farms, and Trading; enabling growth to its partners through its consistent quality products and unparalleled supporting services. Meanwhile, Gold Coin is a pioneer in animal nutrition and the manufacturing of scientifically-balanced animal feed in Asia.

With their combined strengths, Pilmico & Gold Coin represent one of the largest privately-owned agribusinesses in the region, with over 2,900 partners throughout the multitude of production facilities across 11 countries in Asia. 

In its journey moving forward, the Aboitiz Group will drive change for a better world by advancing business and communities. Armed with Pilmico and Gold Coin's mission of feeding humanity, they aim to take a leadership position in innovating the food value chain in the Asia Pacific.

Job Description

1. Leads the operational change requirement and management in the feed manufacturing process.

2. Designs and develops digital programs and initiatives that drive productivity and cost savings.

3. Takes the lead in the implementation of process improvements involving ERP-SAP, Data Analytics & Report Systems, Data Management, Digital Inventory Management, Project Management and other emerging technologies that gears towards Industry 4.0.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

SAP - ERP

• Acts as the lead person in the implementation of SAP related system improvements in the production department

• Trains production personnel in the operation and realization of SAP system revision and enhancement.

• Provides assistance in any SAP related concerns in the production department.

• Works with other department’s SMEs for any SAP related concerns.

Process Improvements

• Coordinates with relevant stakeholders in the implementation of the digital process improvement projects in the production department.

• Responsible for ensuring that all automation projects are well documented and undergo Risk Mitigation analysis.

• Works closely with the PMO incharge.

• Conducts training and / or info drive to all production personnel and other stakeholders to improve awareness in relation to digital improvement projects.

• Keeps track the cost benefits of the implemented improvement projects in the production department.

Project Management

• Ensure that all projects are planned, executed and closed out in accordance with the PILMICO Project Management Office (PPMO) guidelines and processes.

• Collaborate with process owners to establish project objectives, scope, schedule, and budget.

• Present to management and ensure that goals, timelines, resources, and other information are well relayed and communicated.

• Ensure that project objectives, scope, timeline, and budget are attained.

• Timely updates to stakeholders for project status reports; completion of tasks, assessed risk, encountered issues and proposed workarounds.

Innovation

• Drive innovation engagement in the plants/facilities along with the relevant team members.

• Generate and analyze innovation performance.

• Recommend actions for improvement as necessary.

Other Tasks:

1. Actively participate in all company programs and activities under quality improvement, safety & security, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, risk management, etc. 

2. Acts as backup shift production supervisor if needed.

3. Performs other tasks as may be assigned by the immediate superior.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in any Engineering field of discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, Chemical or Industrial Engineering)

Experience:

• At least 2 years related work experience in a manufacturing set-up

Licenses:

• Preferably with Lean Manufacturing or Lean Six Sigma Certification

Other Requirements/Skills Needed:

• Process Oriented, Process Thinker

• Great attention to details

• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Has strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and can work effectively and independently in a diverse workforce.

• Very collaborative and can communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing, at all levels of the organization.

Additional Information

Physical Effort:

• Work involves daily exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, humidity, darkness, and/or noise.

• Work environment involves daily exposure to physical risks, such as working around mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards.

• Position requires the ability to stand; sit at a desk; walking around office and plant.

Working Conditions and Hazards:

• Occasional exposure to some disagreeable elements