Director of Operations – Orebody Solutions Business LineWe are actively seeking a Director of Operations for Mining & Construction equipment manufacturing, to join the Surface Division Team. As Director of Operations, you will be responsible for strategic development and coordination of the Orebody Solutions Product Lines manufacturing operations. This is a newly created role focusing on our new Orebody Solutions business line (OBK). You will report to the Vice President of Operations for Surface Division.MissionThe mission for Epiroc is profitable growth – to expand and realize our market potential for all business lines within an environment that promotes employee safety, diversity and inclusion, while achieving environmental sustainability.Main areas of responsibilities:Safety and EGS Compliance:Create a safety first culture and safe working environment for all employees. Stay abreast of industry regulations and compliance requirements, ensuring the company's adherence to all relevant standards. Lead the reduction of the environmental impact of production and achieving sustainability within a circular economy.Strategic Leadership:Develop and execute the operations strategy in alignment with overall company goals and objectives. Drive initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall productivity. Strategically develop operations within the OBK Product Lines including global Footprint optimization for current and future product portfolio. Participate in acquisition projects as representative from Operations.Manufacturing Oversight:Oversee the entire manufacturing process from sourcing to final product delivery. Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality control measures. Implement and maintain best practices in manufacturing processes to optimize production output, including Lean principles.Resource Management:Manage and optimize resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to meet production demands. Collaborate with other departments such as engineering and marketing to streamline processes.Quality Assurance:Implement and maintain a robust quality assurance program to ensure products meet or exceed industry standards. Drive a culture of continuous improvement in quality through process enhancements and employee training.Cost Management:Develop and manage P&L and B/S for the manufacturing operations, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resource optimization. Identify opportunities for cost reduction while maintaining product quality and customer satisfaction.Sourcing & Supply Chain:Enforce timely procurement of components to optimize delivery efficiency and control inventory levels. Develop relationships with key suppliers to secure favorable terms and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.Team Development:Foster a positive and collaborative working culture within the operations team. Provide leadership and mentorship to department managers and key personnel, promoting employees' development.Experience requirementsStrategic leadership experience, preferably from the mining business.Proven track record of managing Production and Operations.General business understanding and knowledge of the total supply chain, from order to delivery, is required.Experience working with and preferably leading international teams; proven strong leadership skills.Consumables production experience a strong plus.Knowledge/Educational requirementsUniversity degree in Engineering – Master's level preferred, additional experience in business, sales or people management is a strong plus.Strong knowledge of using computer tools for analyses (e.g. excel).Good knowledge in other programs (e.g. word, PowerPoint, BI).Fluency in English is required.Leadership ExpectationsWe are looking for a leader who has a non-stop passion for continuous improvement. Someone who strengthens the cross-functional work between teams in a company. A dynamic and result-oriented person with an openness to change and who works proactively. To be successful, you must have a high level of personal drive and excellent communication skills in combination with strong analytical and organizational skills. You can build strong teams and create lasting results.LocationPerth, Western Australia (preferred) or Örebro, Sweden.Additional informationProduct Lines' Product Companies are located in Perth (Australia), Örebro (Sweden), Montreal (Canada), Johannesburg (South Africa), Nashik (India), Changzhou and Nanjing (China). 30-50% international travel expected.Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining and construction customers, and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, Epiroc develops and provides innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. The company also offers world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification.Epiroc is based in Stockholm, Sweden, had revenues of more than SEK 60 billion in 2023, and has around 18,200 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in around 150 countries. Learn more at www.epiroc.com.
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