Senior SMART Factory Manager - Viby J
Arla Foods
Dato: for 3 uger siden
By: Århus, Region Midtjylland
Kontrakttype: Fuld tid
Location
Viby J, DK
At Arla, we are dedicated to achieving world-class standards in operational excellence anchored and accelerated by digital transformation, and we are now seeking a Senior Smart Factory Manager to join our central operational excellence and digital transformation team.
“As the Senior Smart Factory Manager, you will lead the development and implementation of the Smart Factory programme, collaborating with Operational Excellence Teams, IT, Central Engineering, Factory Automation Colleagues, and lighthouse sites. This role will lead and drive the Smart Factory Programme defining the strategy, standards, and roadmap to enable a successful digital transformation programme for our Arla Production Sites and will play a key role in moving our production capabilities towards our vision of ZERO losses, ONE team and 100% engagement”, says David Dons, Head of Operational Excellence and Digital Transformation.
How You Will Make An Impact
Your focus will be on developing a connected and efficient factory environment that empowers data-driven decision-making. You will lead a dedicated Digitalisation development Team and directly manage relationships with external service providers to support this development and achieve the organisations strategic goals.
The role will initially focus on 5 key lighthouse factories to unlock focussed business value and Return on Investment (ROI) to enable future fast global scaling across many sites enabled by the right site IT architecture and infrastructure pre-requisite programmes.
Key Responsibilities
To excel in this role, you should possess a degree in engineering, dairy science, economics, or supply chain management, along with 7-10 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, leadership, and operational excellence.
You have a robust understanding of digital transformation within manufacturing settings, particularly in the food and beverage industry, and are well-versed in automation, robotics, and emerging technologies.
Your expertise includes
What We Offer
At Arla, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization that is committed to pushing the boundaries of operational excellence. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact by leading critical improvement initiatives across multiple sites and shaping our long-term operational strategy.
We’re committed to professional development and have a positive and collaborative culture.
You will work alongside passionate and skilled colleagues who are dedicated to delivering high-quality products and driving continuous improvement across all aspects of our operations.
Would you like to join us?
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and drive operational excellence at Arla, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your application, including your CV and cover letter as soon as possible as we evaluate applications on an ongoing basis.
For additional information, please contact Head of Operational Excellence and Digital Transformation, David Dons by [email protected]
.
Shape the Future of Dairy
Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.
We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.
Ref. 97297
Viby J, DK
At Arla, we are dedicated to achieving world-class standards in operational excellence anchored and accelerated by digital transformation, and we are now seeking a Senior Smart Factory Manager to join our central operational excellence and digital transformation team.
“As the Senior Smart Factory Manager, you will lead the development and implementation of the Smart Factory programme, collaborating with Operational Excellence Teams, IT, Central Engineering, Factory Automation Colleagues, and lighthouse sites. This role will lead and drive the Smart Factory Programme defining the strategy, standards, and roadmap to enable a successful digital transformation programme for our Arla Production Sites and will play a key role in moving our production capabilities towards our vision of ZERO losses, ONE team and 100% engagement”, says David Dons, Head of Operational Excellence and Digital Transformation.
How You Will Make An Impact
Your focus will be on developing a connected and efficient factory environment that empowers data-driven decision-making. You will lead a dedicated Digitalisation development Team and directly manage relationships with external service providers to support this development and achieve the organisations strategic goals.
The role will initially focus on 5 key lighthouse factories to unlock focussed business value and Return on Investment (ROI) to enable future fast global scaling across many sites enabled by the right site IT architecture and infrastructure pre-requisite programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Programme Development & Integration Design and implement frameworks for digital initiatives using lighthouse pilot sites, ensuring seamless integration with IT and production teams for scalable solutions.
- Leadership in Digitalisation & Automation Lead a team in executing the Smart Factory strategy, focusing on team engagement and self-development, while representing automation strategies and building external partnerships.
- Data Utilisation & Industry 4.0 Integration Champion real-time data tools for decision-making and support the adoption of SMART Factory Industry 4.0 principles, collaborating on IT initiatives like MES and SCADA systems.
- Collaborative Engagement & Community Building Foster a network of experts to share best practices, drive competency development, and ensure integration of global digital use cases.
- Skills Development Develop training programs to address skills gaps and foster innovation through practical approaches.
To excel in this role, you should possess a degree in engineering, dairy science, economics, or supply chain management, along with 7-10 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, leadership, and operational excellence.
You have a robust understanding of digital transformation within manufacturing settings, particularly in the food and beverage industry, and are well-versed in automation, robotics, and emerging technologies.
Your expertise includes
- Strong knowledge of IT/OT networking, IT architecture, and operational technology (OT) solutions.
- Experience with AVEVA SCADA, PLCs, HMI, and industrial networks.
- Familiarity with Industry 4.0 and IIOT technologies.
- Preferred expertise in process control systems engineering and automation, with a solid grasp of machinery safety.
What We Offer
At Arla, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization that is committed to pushing the boundaries of operational excellence. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact by leading critical improvement initiatives across multiple sites and shaping our long-term operational strategy.
We’re committed to professional development and have a positive and collaborative culture.
You will work alongside passionate and skilled colleagues who are dedicated to delivering high-quality products and driving continuous improvement across all aspects of our operations.
Would you like to join us?
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and drive operational excellence at Arla, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your application, including your CV and cover letter as soon as possible as we evaluate applications on an ongoing basis.
For additional information, please contact Head of Operational Excellence and Digital Transformation, David Dons by [email protected]
.
Shape the Future of Dairy
Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.
We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.
Ref. 97297
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