Overview
The Director of Continuous Improvement leads CI across all current and future Spectre sites. This role builds the CI organisation, drives measurable operational performance, accelerates Industry 4.0 adoption, and strengthens the long- term capability of teams across Vietnam.
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Key Responsibilities
Build and Scale the CI Function
• Create consistent CI practices adopted across departments and sites.
• Establish frameworks, standards, capability models, and reporting structures that support sustainable growth.
• Develop a structured CI organisation across all existing and new facilities.
Deliver Measurable Operational Impact
• Achieve validated improvements in OEE, cycle time, throughput, quality, and cost.
• Lead CI initiatives that reduce waste, improve resource efficiency, and contribute to Spectre’s science- based sustainability targets.
• Ensure transparent ROI tracking and monthly reporting to the GM.
Industry 4.0 Acceleration
• Strengthen the integration between digital tools and everyday manufacturing processes.
• Identify and deploy advanced manufacturing technologies including MES, digital work instructions, machine vision, IoT, and predictive analytics.
• Pilot solutions quickly, scale proven successes, and discontinue low- value initiatives.
Process Optimisation Across the Network
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and TPM methodologies in a pragmatic, real- world manner.
• Improve line balancing, changeover times, material flow, and stability.
• Standardise best practices across all facilities while adapting sensibly to local conditions.
Capability Building & Culture Development
• Build organisation- wide CI capability through structured training and coaching.
• Develop a network of CI champions across departments and sites.
• Strengthen analytical and problem- solving skills at all levels of the organisation.
Leadership & Communication
• Communicate progress with clarity and transparency, aligned with Scandinavian leadership values.
• Escalate obstacles early, propose practical solutions, and collaborate effectively across functions.
• Partner with Quality, Production, Planning, and Maintenance to deliver unified operational improvement.
