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Production Operations Manager – Fixed Term Contract
tonies® USA. Oversee production operations to ensure operational efficiency, quality, and stability .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in overseeing production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with safety and environmental standards. Proficient in Lean Manufacturing practices and operational KPI management to drive continuous improvement and optimize production performance.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Production Operations ManagementLean ManufacturingOperational KPI TrackingCross-Functional CollaborationSupplier Engagement
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Hard Skills
Production Process OptimizationWorkflow OptimizationOperational EfficiencyQuality AssuranceManufacturing ManagementEngineering DegreeShopfloor ManagementContinuous Improvement
Soft Skills
Organizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCoordination SkillsExcellent Communication
Tools & Technologies
JiraConfluenceGoogle WorkspaceGoogle DocsGoogle Sheets
Industry Keywords
Production ReadinessSupplier CoordinationInternational TravelTime-Sensitive RequestsAsian Suppliers
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesReact
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Oversee production operations to ensure operational efficiency, quality, and stability
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to maintain production readiness and resolve operational issues
- Act as an on-the-ground point of contact during supplier visits in Asia
- Respond promptly to production-critical issues
- Support Lean practices and continuous improvement initiatives
- Monitor and optimize production performance, workflow, manpower, materials, and equipment utilization
- Track and act upon operational KPIs to maintain throughput, reduce waste, and ensure reliability
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
- Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Global Procurement, Production Realization, and Production Excellence teams
Requirements
What you’ll need- University degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Technology, or a related field; an engineering background is preferred
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in production operations, manufacturing, or shopfloor management
- Hands-on experience with production processes, workflow optimization, and operational KPIs
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and coordination skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with suppliers
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Availability to regularly travel internationally, including to Asia, 3–4 times a year
- Ability to react quickly and reliably to time-sensitive production requests
- Proficiency with Jira and Confluence
- Familiarity with Google Workspace tools, including Google Docs and Sheets
- Ability to manage multiple production priorities simultaneously
- Comfortable working across time zones and cultures
- Prior experience engaging Asian suppliers is a plus
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary and a range of comprehensive benefits tailored to your specific location
- Internal/external training
- Individual learning budget
- Attractive discounts on the entire range of products
- Generous paid time off
- Hybrid work arrangement (Düsseldorf + Home Office)