Manufacturing Methods Manager

Join our dynamic Methods & Manufacturing Manager and help drive operational excellence through innovative planning and resource optimization!

Methods & Manufacturing Manager
What will you do:


* Lead the continuous improvement of the plant's value chain, driving productivity, efficiency, and operational performance


* Own and optimize manufacturing methods and processes across the plant


* Drive Lean Manufacturing culture with a strong focus on waste reduction and standardization in an ETO environment


* Lead Kaizen initiatives and perform value stream analysis to identify improvement opportunities


* Drive plant digitalization and adoption of manufacturing technologies


* Lead training strategy and capability development for manufacturing teams


* Own change management initiatives, ensuring successful transformation and adoption of new processes and systems (including SAP transition)


* Support plant expansion and scaling in a high-growth environment


* Ensure standardization of processes across manufacturing operations


* Lead, coach, and develop a team of ~14 direct reports

What will make you successful:


* 8-12+ years of experience in manufacturing environments, ideally within metal-mechanical, electrical, or automotive industries


* 5+ years in leadership roles, managing engineering, methods, or manufacturing teams (people management experience required)


* Proven track record leading Lean Manufacturing transformations, including Kaizen, waste reduction, and value stream mapping in complex operations (ETO experience is a strong plus)


* Solid experience driving productivity, efficiency, and process standardization initiatives at plant level


* Hands-on experience with plant digitalization and implementation of manufacturing technologies and systems (ERP/SAP preferred)


* Strong expertise in manufacturing engineering, process design, capacity planning, and performance optimization


* Demonstrated capability in leading change management and transformation projects in fast-paced, high-growth environments


* Strong analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision making and process optimization


* Proven ability to develop and grow talent, building high-performing teams


* Advanced level of English proficiency (professional working proficiency required)


* Key competencies: resilience, adaptability, structured thinking, effective communication, and agile decision-making

What's in it for you:


* Leadership role in shaping manufacturing excellence and operational strategies


* Opportunity to drive innovation in production processes and systems


* Professional growth through exposure to diverse manufacturing challenges


* Collaborative environment fostering knowledge sharing and development


* Impact on organizational success through operational optimization

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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