Production Manager (m/w/d)

Job DescriptionTASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIESYou will be responsible for the operational management of the production departments – about 43 colleagues full continuous.You drive for outstanding results in Product Quality, including Safety, Environmental compliance, and Employee Engagement:Responsibility for the optimization of operational and technical functions in terms of quality parameters, delivery capability, GMP requirements, costs, Safety, output and productivitySupervises and steers production scheduling to accomplish the S&OP planningCollaborates closely and effectively with the Plant Director to optimize plant resultsEfficient use of personnel and machine capacities as well as long-term and strategic development of the siteDevelops a high performance, engaged team through education, training, coaching, and teamworkDrives and support the development of a safe working environment and environmental activities through committees, audits, procedures, and trainingFosters a culture and mindset of customer centricity, continuous improvement, empowerment, entrepreneurial and teamworkHighlight opportunities for quality and cost savingsParticipation in (international) projectsCompliance with and monitoring of safety, quality and hygiene regulations (ISO, GMP, Food Defense, Food Fraud, Change- Management)QualificationsTHE IDEAL CANDIDATE:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in EngineeringSolid experience in Production Management is required, preferably in a mature production organization (food, pharma, chemical, Automotive etc) with solid and proven processesYou have a good understanding of Chemistry and can trouble shoot on the shop floor if necessaryOutstanding people manager who motivates and inspires teams – leading people through change processes. You are an inspiring leader who takes care of their teamExcellent interpersonal skills to build confidence and trust amongst teammates, peers, subordinates, superiors, unionsGerman mother tongue and business fluency in EnglishYou like to initiate change processes, have very good conceptual skills and can inspire others for your ideasKnowledge in Quality Systems ISO 9001, HACCP, ISO 22000 & ISO 50001 GMP standards, Food fraud and Food defenseAdditional Information