Posted 1w ago

Head of Production

@ Miele
Brasov, Romania, Romania
HybridFull Time
Responsibilities:Coordinate production, Lead improvements, Drive lean
Requirements Summary:University degree in a technical field; 5+ years in manufacturing; 3+ years leadership; Six Sigma Green Belt; lean manufacturing experience; budget and KPI management.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, OEE
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Production Department Coordination

  • Coordinates the activities of the Production Department, ensuring efficient organization of resources, achievement of operational objectives, and alignment of all processes with quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
  • Ensures production processes are aligned with operational standards and business priorities, supporting continuous improvement and reliable delivery through defined KPIs, including efficiency, OEE, optimal use of resources, and quality levels.
  • Fosters teamwork, a positive work environment, and high employee performance, while encouraging accountability, engagement, and collaboration across the team.

Continuous Improvement Coordination

  • Leads and coordinates all continuous improvement initiatives across the production and operations area, ensuring sustainable improvements in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity.
  • Drives the implementation of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies, including Six Sigma, Kaizen, and 5S, to enhance operational performance.
  • Works cross-functionally with quality, maintenance, engineering, supply chain, and other departments to deliver improvement initiatives.
  • Supports digitalization, automation, and process optimization initiatives in production.
  • Monitors and communicates project status, milestones, and impact in a clear and structured way to management.

Qualifications & Experience

  • University degree in a technical field (Industrial Engineering, Electronics, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines).
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing / production environments (experience in the electronics industry is an advantage).
  • At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role managing production teams.
  • Proven experience in high-volume, complex, or multi-shift manufacturing operations.
  • Six Sigma Green Belt certification required; Black Belt certification is an advantage.
  • Strong track record in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational transformation.
  • Experience managing budgets, headcount, and performance KPIs, including OEE.

Leadership Competencies

  • Strong people leadership and team development skills.
  • Ability to lead through change and drive operational discipline.
  • Data-driven decision-maker with a structured problem-solving approach.
  • Strong communication skills across all organizational levels.
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational involvement.