Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close this advertisement at any time. Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a world full of sound. We aim to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss and innovate to connect people with future technologies. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to experience a lifetime of hearing.

The Opportunity Cochlear is looking for an Industrial Engineer to review, recommend and implement methods, layouts and resources required in the manufacturing areas with the view of improving conditions, efficiency and flexibility. The Industrial Engineer is also responsible for resolving production issues and problems as they arise in a collaborative effort with the Manufacturing Manager and all support staff.

This is a permanent full-time role based in our Cochlear Brisbane Operations site based in Newstead.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct assessment of all manufacturing areas for potential efficiency improvements
- Record and maintain manufacturing process data, including cycle times and OEE
- Map processes (including Value Stream Map, SIPOC and Spaghetti Map)
- Suggest process and system improvements through the application of Lean tools




- Build and present business cases for improvements quantifying cost and benefit of different options
- Work with internal stakeholders to prioritise and direct continuous improvement activities
- Define metrics or displays that will assist manufacturing (visible schedule, first pass yield or others)
- Amend processes, storage locations, staff structure to promote efficient utilisation
- Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to promote maximum efficiency

About You

- Minimum: Demonstrated experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment Demonstrated success applying Lean methodologies and principles Knowledge of Lean tools such as Pillar Charts and Value Stream Mapping Demonstrate a strong passion for continuous improvement Able to work autonomously and as part of a team A strong communicator, who is able to build positive stakeholder relationships Ability to work in Cochlear’s Macquarie University and Lane Cove sites
- Ideal: Experience scheduling a manufacturing environment Ability to convert plan to business requirements (labour and machine) Ability to analyse and prioritise actions based on data

Key Benefits





This is a very influential role to support process and drive improvements to Cochlear’s manufacturing in a significant growth stage for the company Great career progression Direct involvement with various internal stakeholders globally

How we recognise your contribution

At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an setting where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you. For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is expanding and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it. We’re the global leader in implantable hearing solutions. We have provided more than 600,000 implantable devices, helping people of all ages to lead full and active lives. We help people hear and be heard. We empower people to connect with others and live a full life. We help transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss. We innovate and bring to market a range of implantable hearing solutions that deliver a lifetime of hearing outcomes.

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📌 Industrial Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 C01 Cochlear Limited (Australia)
📍 Queensland