Production/Manufacturing Manager (m/w/d)

Skeleton's Production department is looking for a driven Production Manager (m/f/x) with the vision to match our ambition!

Skeleton Technologies is seeking an experienced Production Manager (m/f/x) to join our dynamic team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your insights will contribute directly to the success of the overall company!

Our ultimate goal with Skeleton is to build a net zero future, and our role is to make sure the world is aware of how we can help save energy, cut fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, and enable the energy transition.

Your tasks in the net zero journey

• Make sure individual competences and skills in the team are at a very high level, as needed for successful execution.
• Be responsible for production output, product quality and on-time shipping internal and external customers.
• Managing the corresponding cost centre, budgeting and execution the head count plan according to the company needs within the area.
• Fulfil production revenue plan while ensuring that products are manufactured according to COGS targets.
• Continuously optimise production efficiency by optimising the organisational production flow and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Be a supervisor for the production management of section, production planning and maintenance.
• Increase production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimising unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards.
• Follow LEAN standards while allocating resources effectively and fully utilise assets to produce optimal results.
• Tracking performance of the team members and define development measures for the team and the individual team members as well.
• Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus.
• Share a trusting relationship with workgroup and recruit, manage and develop the plant staff.
• Develop and ensure a strong cross-functional cooperation.
• Report and escalate according to given needs and Skeleton standards.
• Drive projects beside the given scope if needed.
• Drive a customer-focussed and a safety first mindset.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of Production / Manufacturing management experience.
• Knowledge of operation management in a 3 shift operation.
• Background in the electronics, automotive industry or automatic high production volume lines.
• LEAN management experience is considered an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills; German language skills are a strong advantage.
• You have a hands-on mentality.
• You are a thorough and independent worker who can easily translate your line of thoughts to instructions.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A low hierarchical approach to management & focus on team-driven results.

Benefits

• We offer flexible working hours and sufficient freedom for your own ideas.
• A flat hierarchy culture - fostering our great working atmosphere.
• Use the training budget to expand your knowledge and competencies.
• Helpfulness among colleagues is not just an empty phrase but a practice everyday.
• A motivating opportunity for continuous growth at Skeleton.
• An additional day-off every year for your birthday.
• Use our Edenred Voucher Card for your shopping experience with a top-up every month.
• We offer a company pension scheme for your financial security in the future.
• Be active & participate in our internal sports challenges (SkelFitness).
• We have a pet-friendly office.
• We celebrate our successes with Team Events, Summer & New Year’s parties, and other initiatives!

We're not just about energy storage. We're about redefining energy for a net zero future, and we'd love for you to be a part of our journey.