Associate Director of TPM Macclesfield Introduction to role: Are you ready to tackle the complexities of the Operations landscape and leave a lasting impact? At AstraZeneca, we embrace challenges and seek individuals who are driven to innovate and create a shared legacy. As champions of Lean, we ensure our teams understand the transformative benefits it brings, enhancing safety, quality, and speed. Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is integral to our AstraZeneca Supply System, fostering equipment reliability and people capability to deliver medicines swiftly and affordably. We are excited to offer an opportunity for a TPM Lead to join our team. Reporting to the UK Operations Lean Digital Director, you will own the development, delivery, budget, and execution of TPM plans, providing expert support and technical leadership, inspiring both your team of TPM Associate Directors and Facilitators and everyone on site to show the passion and discipline needed to deliver. Are you passionate about digital solutions and Lean Leadership? Join us in accelerating digital efficiency in maintenance processes! Accountabilities: - Ensure TPM is central to our PET strategies, collaborating with PET Leadership Teams to shape and deliver outcome-focused roll-out plans that enhance asset performance and people capability. - Lead and manage central TPM resources within the site Lean team, standardizing, developing, and improving processes for consistent implementation. - Align site TPM implementation plans with regional and global Lean strategies, AZ Supply System Maturity Review, and site scorecard targets. - Build relationships with frontline operational and engineering staff, acting as conscience and coach day-to-day. - Collaborate with Regional and Functional TPM Leaders, participating in cross-site networks as Local Process Champion for TPM. - Sponsor and establish education & training through immersive TPM application and "Learning by Doing." - Define TPM implementation processes from start to finish; establish process goals and targets; monitor process performance. Essential Skills/Experience: - An established Lean Leader with great interpersonal skills including coaching and visual and verbal communication - Relevant qualification in a Manufacturing, Engineering or related technical/business field - Experience of implementing Total Productive Maintenance within a Manufacturing Environment - Project management and improvement expertise - A track record of understanding and application of change management principles - Broad understanding of production and maintenance engineering processes Desirable Skills/Experience: - Six Sigma (or Lean Six Sigma) Black Belt certification and/or certification from an accredited external Quality program - Understanding of Good Automated Manufacturing Practice, current Good Manufacturing Practice and regulations as defined by local regulatory bodies When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. AstraZeneca offers an environment where innovation thrives amidst growth and evolution. We pioneer new approaches across our sites, empowering teams to foster a Lean mindset for sustainable practices. Every change is made to deliver better outcomes for patients. With cross-functional collaboration, diverse expertise guides us to overcome obstacles. Our supportive team resolves issues by drawing on varied experiences. Here, adaptability is key as we navigate constant change. Join us in leading the reduction of waste on sites and expanding into new markets. Ready to make a difference? Apply now to be part of our dynamic team! Date Posted 14-May-2025 Closing Date 28-May-2025 Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.