The Role... As the Process Performance and Digital Lead - Europe, you will coordinate the regional digitalisation plan, lead and facilitate change initiatives to optimise business performance, and promote best practices sharing.
You'll support the roll-out of Chart Business Excellence (CBE) tools and processes across the region.
You'll also lead initiatives to implement digital solutions, streamline processes, and promote knowledge-sharing to elevate operational standards.
Who Are We...
Chart Industries is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment servicing multiple applications in the clean energy and industrial gas markets.
Chart employees over 11,700 people based across 64 global manufacturing locations and 50+ service centres.
Recognised for an innovative edge and expansive portfolio, Chart has a global leadership position in process technologies with products and services in applications such as hydrogen, carbon capture, energy recovery, nuclear, water treatment, mining, and LNG to name a few.
In 2023, Chart acquired Howden, a leading global engineering business.
Since 1854, Howden has been at the forefront of developing engineering solutions for the needs of industrial processes.
Today, Howden provide mission critical air and gas handling products to clients with our range of highly engineered compressors, blowers, fans, steam turbines and rotary heat exchangers.
The strategic combination of Howden and Chart expands our offering of products and solutions across the Nexus of Clean -- clean power, clean water, clean food and clean industrials.
Together we are advancing a more sustainable future, by helping our customers to increase their environmental & functional efficiencies and decarbonise their operations.
We have a strong corporate identity and a clear purpose - you will be a member of our team shaping the future of the company and participating in helping our customers tackle some of the planet's most pressing issues.
What Will You Do...
Coordinate, lead and support key digitalisation initiatives within Chart Europe.
Collaborate with business units and support functions to integrate digital technologies that enhance operational performance.
Lead and facilitate strategic improvement projects across the Europe region.
Identify opportunities for performance enhancements and implement initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and execution of improvement projects.
Support the continuous improvement roadmap focusing on safety, performance, and transformational change.
Ensure business units generate improvement ideas that deliver targeted savings and performance outcomes.
Organize benchmarking and knowledge-sharing activities to promote best operational practices across Chart Europe production sites.
Drive the adoption of continuous improvement practices across the region.
What Do You Bring... An ideal candidate would likely have the following experience.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline 2-5 years of experience in operations, continuous improvement, or a related role in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
Strong knowledge of operational excellence principles (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
Proven track record in leading performance improvement or transformation projects.
Experience in digital transformation initiatives and deploying digital tools in an industrial setting.
Knowledge of workflow automation tools (e.g., Power Apps, JIRA, Smartsheet).
Willingness to travel within the Europe region.
Desirable: Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.
Experience with low-code app development and workflow automation tools.
Experience working with ERPs and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
Knowledge of Business Intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI).
Familiarity with key manufacturing processes (e.g., fabrication, machining, non-destructive inspection).
How Do We Operate...
This is a permanent position, and can be operated on a remote basis from anywhere in Europe Our range of fantastic benefits includes: A flexible, hybrid working environment.
Generous holiday entitlement package Howden Pension Plan Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental and adoption leave pay Free onsite parking Opportunity to be involved in our ESG 'Bright Future' initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering Healthcare cash plan with Healthshield Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work programme, range of discounts across various retailers, wealth of information to support health & wellbeing Group Life Assurance plan at 3x salary Group Income Protection plan Dedicated Help@Hand Service – Free Counselling, Physiotherapy, financial support etc Training & Development Opportunities Chart is an equal opportunity employer...
The Company intention in respect of recruitment, selection and promotion is to appoint the most suitable candidate for each job regardless of that person's race, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age or disability.