Head of Engineering (Food)

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Engineering to lead their food manufacturing operations into the future.

This role will be at the forefront of integrating production and automation technologies, driving Industry 4.0 transformation, and applying World Class Manufacturing principles to improve efficiency, sustainability, product quality, and cost management. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring our client becomes a global benchmark in automation and manufacturing excellence

What you'll do:

As the Head of Engineering (Food), you will be responsible for overseeing automation initiatives across various business units. Your role will involve leading the integration of advanced automation technologies within the company's manufacturing operations.

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the automation strategy
• Apply World Class Manufacturing principles to drive automation-related initiatives
• Oversee the planning, execution, and optimization of automation-related capital projects
• Develop and implement innovative automation solutions that drive productivity and improve product quality
• Implement proactive maintenance strategies for automated systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize best practices and technology integration
• Lead and develop engineering teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred
• Extensive experience (15+ years) in industrial automation with proven success in implementing Industry 4.0 technologies in food manufacturing environments
• Experience in driving World Class Manufacturing initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and Zero Defects
• Strong leadership experience in managing engineering teams and cross-functional projects

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a world leader in seafood products with over 40 years of experience delivering high-quality goods to customers globally. They are committed to producing sustainable, convenient, and quality seafood products for healthy families worldwide.

What's next:

Ready to lead the future of food manufacturing? Apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link. We look forward to receiving your application.

Keywords: Engineering Expertise, Food Industry Knowledge, Automation Mastery, Industry 4.0 Pioneer, World Class Manufacturing Advocate

Our client, a global leader in the food industry, is on the hunt for an experienced and visionary Engineering Leader. This role is a golden opportunity to spearhead the integration of state-of-the-art automation technologies, champion the transformation towards Industry 4.0, and apply World Class Manufacturing principles to boost efficiency, sustainability, product quality, and cost management. The successful candidate will be instrumental in setting our client on the path to becoming a global benchmark in automation and manufacturing excellence.

• Pioneer the integration of state-of-the-art automation technologies
• Champion the transformation towards Industry 4.0 across diverse business units
• Leverage World Class Manufacturing principles to boost operational efficiency

What you'll do:

As the Engineering Leader in the Food Sector, you will be at the key of automation initiatives across various business units. Your role will involve pioneering the integration of advanced automation technologies within the company's manufacturing operations.

• Steer strategic leadership and direction for the automation strategy
• Promote the adoption of technologies such as robotics, AI, IoT, and data analytics to optimise production processes
• Leverage World Class Manufacturing principles to drive automation-related initiatives
• Supervise the planning, execution, and optimisation of automation-related capital projects
• Design and implement innovative automation solutions that enhance productivity and improve product quality
• Establish proactive maintenance strategies for automated systems
• Work with cross-functional teams to standardise best practices and technology integration
• Lead and nurture engineering teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning

What you bring:

As an ideal candidate for this Engineering Leadership position in the Food Sector, you bring extensive experience in industrial automation along with a proven track record of implementing Industry 4.0 technologies in manufacturing environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred
• Proved track record experience in industrial automation by implementing Industry 4.0 for Food Manufacturing Industry
• Experience in driving World Class Manufacturing initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and Zero Defects
• Strong leadership experience in managing engineering teams and cross-functional projects

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a world leader in food manufacturing products with over years of experience delivering high-quality goods to customers globally.

What's next:

Eager to lead the future of food manufacturing? Apply now!

Don't wait! Apply today by clicking on the link. We can't wait to receive your application.

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551