Transfer Manager

Transfer Manager - Felgueiras

At Coloplast, we are many and diverse, united by one common mission: make life easier for people who need intimate healthcare. In Felgueiras, we will produce catheters, ensuring their live are simpler and more comfortable.

Would you like to be part of creating and developing a new manufacturing site?

We are looking for a Transfer Manager to join our team and play important role in our Operations Development Department, supporting and ensuring the success of the Machine Transfer from different countries to Portugal. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Global Transfer Team and different stakeholders, coordinating a team of Project Engineers and Technicians. This role requires availability for occasional travel throughout the year, which may last up to three weeks at a time.

Additionally, you will play a key role in the ramp-up of production.

What you will do:

• Perform and document the technical assessment of the machines (machine knowledge, maintenance, machine documentation) and provides inputs to the GTT (Global Transfer Team) and follow up all the action plans 
• People management responsibilities for the transfer team  
• Responsible of the layout design/approval for machines to be transferred, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team (QA, EHS, Facilities and VS)  
• Work together with the GTT in the unload, movement and installation of utilities for the new machines 
• Assist direct reports in analyzing and resolving work problems 
• Work closely with Ramp-up Team and Operations Department on troubleshooting of machine/process issues, whenever is necessary 
• Study task assessment and estimate worker hour requirement for completion of job assignment and projects. Stablish or adjust work schedules to meet deadlines 
• Track the KPI of all the transfer stages such as dismount/install/run in/validation 
• Lead and perform the EHS tasks, procedures and training for the transfer activities and technical transfer team 
• Define and implement within the plans the necessary processes to guarantee the availability of components, resources, tools and equipment to guarantee to stick to the promise dates of the transfer plan 
• Define the technical specifications and timeline for the utility installations required in the new and transfer machines 
• Responsible of the suppliers working in the transfer process and the new machines installation 
• Drive troubleshooting and crisis situations to get the transfer process back on track when needed 
• Perform the risks analysis & reporting, define and follow mitigation actions 

Your Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical Engineer or Industrial Engineer or relevant experience 
• 5-6 years of work experience in related positions, preferably transferring processes and/or managing projects 
• English Level: B2 – Upper Intermediate level (base on the scale of the Common European Framework) is a must. 
• Experience in Team Management, at least 2-3 years 
• Experience in Project Management, at least 2-3 years 
• Analytical skills and Strategic mindset 
• Be able to read and interpret technical drawings (electrical, mechanical) 
• Knowledge in AutoCad and Solidworks, is a plus 
• Knowledge on interpretation of pneumatic and hydraulic diagrams 
• Experience on industrial automated machine maintenance 
• Be able to read, analyze, interpret and implement department procedures 
• Shown Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 
• Be flexible and be able to deal with stress periods 
• Project a positive and professional image to internal and external customers 
• Lead by example and demonstrate professionalism 
• High attention to details 
• Good communication skills

Timing:

• Expected start is End May/beginning June
• Workplace will be in Felgueiras
• Regular visits of various lengths (up to 3 weeks), during the first 4 months, for training and introductions at our sites in Hungary and Denmark. The travel program will be defined together with the manager.

Join us in shaping the future of healthcare manufacturing. Apply today!

Pursuing an ambitious growth agenda, Coloplast develops and markets products and services that make life easier for people with intimate healthcare needs. Employing about 16.000 people and with products available in more than 143 countries, we are one of the world´s leading medical device companies. We are constantly growing our business and always looking for new ways to move forward – we explore, learn and look for new ways of doing things.

Coloplast is committed to being an inclusive organization, where people bring their differences to work each day, fulfil their potential and have a strong sense of belonging because – and not despite – of their differences. We therefore encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender, age, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious belief or physical ability.

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