You manage and lead Operations Supervisors, develop the team structures and training programs as well hiring plans
You act based on directions by the manager and undertakes actions for process improvement for new products / processes
You act in accordance with environmental, health and safety regulations
You are responsible for executing the job with focus on cost, quality and timing
You build and maintain an attitude of team players
Accountability for key shop metrics: First Time Through, Overall Equipment Efficiency, Safety, Quality Targets and Daily Production Plan
You support and meet business plans, capacity & headcount targets, and Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
You act in accordance with compliance and security regulations
You updates and documents Process FMEA and contributes to zero-defect policy
You support and manage continuous improvement activities in safety, environmental, quality, cost, efficiency, and productivity objectives; provide feedback to management on issues; benchmark other organizations for best practices
You ensure consistency in standards and documentation as well monitors and ensures compliance and
Support new product and material introductions, interact with design team to coordinate new model launches
You monitor and evaluate product key characteristics and interact with Quality Management Team to correct, contain, and resolve quality concerns and
Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management Systems (BMS) and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) requirements
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor / Master of Science in Mechanical, Industrial or Production Engineering. The equivalent in experience is also acceptable with evidence of exceptional ability
Previous experience in working in and acting with multiple groups of professionals
Previous experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing (beverage among others) is highly desired
Previous experience in (hotforming / high-speed-)stamping or plastics manufacturing
Solidly organized, with meticulous attention to detail
Experience with structured problem-solving methodology
Able to work under intense time pressure in the presence others
Mastery of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio / Project, Jira, Confluence
Travel is included, including some internationally may be required from time to time
Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
Fluent in German and English language skills
Working Schedule: Day-shift. Availability to cover shifts during buy-off / severe process issues