Director of Engineering

at  Deciem

WHAT ON EARTH IS DECIEM?

Known as “The Abnormal Beauty Company”, DECIEM is the parent company of The Ordinary, NIOD, and other beauty brands & is an industry disruptor with a science first approach to innovation. DECIEM was Co-Founded in 2013 by the late Brandon Truaxe, a visionary who set out to change the beauty industry through authenticity and transparency. He developed DECIEM to be a happy family (of people and beauty brands), rooted in kindness, creativity, diversity, and respect, alongside Co-Founder and CEO, Nicola Kilner.
We are growing rapidly and we’re looking for someone who shares this vision and wants to grow with us!

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a Director of Engineering to join our team on a full-time and permanent basis. This position will be based out of our production facility in Etobicoke and requires candidates to be on-site 5 days a week.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED TO GET THE JOB DONE

• 5+ years working as a senior leader within engineering, managing a team within manufacturing
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
• P.Eng Designation is considered a must
• Strong background in finance and project management. Experience in managing complex projects, with accountability towards major CAPEX/OPEX budgets
• Ability to work with all locations, globally, in very diverse work environments - distribution centers, warehouses, production facilities, labs, offices, retail, etc.

• Establish and maintain the strategic vision for manufacturing engineering in accordance with company and department OKRs
• Set the tone for process optimization; identify opportunities to improve process efficiencies, improve the quality of our products
• Process optimization by conducting regular assessments, designing and testing new equipment and systems
• Engage SCM and engineering teams to identify third party suppliers, equipment and materials
• Responsible for capital expenditure plan and budget for engineering and equipment components
• Redefine our engineering cost-effectiveness and implementation workflows: ensure appropriate line-layout, fixtures and equipment are contributing to the business operations as intended
• Manage the financial reporting process for equipment and engineering components reflected on the CAPEX/OPEX budgets. Conduct deep-dives into manufacturing finances that illustrate asset management (equipment depreciation, etc.)
• Evaluate, purchase and install all equipment for Manufacturing and Warehouse locations
• Lead a team of engineers and process specialists to drive operational excellence, innovation and cost-reduction in our manufacturing practices
• Clearly define engineering KPI’s to drive Continuous Improvement within the engineering process and across the production-specific locations, TPM’s and with SCM stakeholders