Sonova Group

Director, Industrial Engineering

Sonova Group  •  Singapore, SG (Hybrid)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

As the Industrial Engineering Director, you will lead manufacturing process design, ERP data integrity, and continuous improvement for hearing aid (or related medical device) manufacturing operations. This role bridges engineering, quality, operations, and regulatory functions to ensure efficient, compliant, and scalable manufacturing of miniaturized precision medical devices.

In this role, you will be in charge of:

  • ERP & Manufacturing Data Ownership
  • Process Optimization & Productivity
  • Engineering Change & Qualification Management
  • Quality & Regulatory Compliance
  • Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Own Bill of Material (BOM) maintenance in ERP, ensuring accuracy and version control across all active products
  • Set up and maintain Manufacturing Process routings and corresponding cycle times in ERP
  • Ensure ERP data integrity supports accurate costing, capacity planning, and production scheduling
  • Own cycle time studies, line balancing, and cycle time reduction activities across assembly and sub-assembly operations
  • Lead productivity, yield improvement, and scrap reduction initiatives across manufacturing lines
  • Drive continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies for high-mix, low-volume precision assembly
  • Lead the Engineering Change Management (ECM/ECO) process, ensuring cross-functional review, impact assessment, and proper documentation
  • Execute engineering qualification of alternate source components and manufacturing processes, ensuring form, fit, and function equivalence
  • Partner with R&D and Value Engineering (VE) teams on design-for-manufacturability/assembly (DFM/A) reviews
  • Ensure manufacturing processes comply with ISO 13485 (QMS) and applicable regional medical device regulations (FDA 21 CFR 820, EU MDR)
  • Lead or support Process FMEA, Process Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and Product Quality Investigations tied to manufacturing processes
  • Maintain documentation and traceability to support audits and regulatory inspections
  • Manage a team of industrial/process/manufacturing engineers
  • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, and Quality on manufacturing roadmaps and NPI readiness

Your background:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related)
  • 8–10+ years in manufacturing/industrial engineering. Experience in medical device or precision electronics manufacturing will be an advantage
  • Hands-on ERP experience (BOM structuring, routing setup, cycle time data management) — SAP, Oracle, or similar
  • Deep knowledge of ISO 13485 and design controls under 21 CFR 820.30 / EU MDR
  • Experience leading Engineering Change Management processes in a regulated environment
  • Proven track record in cycle time reduction, line balancing, and yield/scrap improvement
  • Experience with component/process qualification (alternate sourcing, second-source validation)
  • Six Sigma or equivalent Lean certification will be preferred

How we work:

At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.

Sonova Group

About Sonova Group

Around 25% of the world’s population is living with hearing loss. At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone enjoys the delight of hearing and lives a life without limitations. From personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to audiological care services, hearing aids, and cochlear implants. Our product brands – Phonak, Unitron, Sennheiser (under license), and Advanced Bionics – create compelling new products to offer the optimal solution for an ever growing consumer base through our globally diversified sales and distribution channels, including our well established global audiological care business. With a presence in over 100 countries and more than 19,000 employees, we leverage our global infrastructure and local roots. We aim for an inclusive work environment and culture that fosters a good balance of family and work-life for everyone. Our workforce is made up of 110 nationalities across 4 generations.

In 2006, Sonova founded the non-profit Hear the World Foundation, which seeks to give children living with hearing loss access to audiological care in low- to middle-income countries.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Stäfa, CH
Year Founded
Unknown
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