Production Leader

ABB Robotics · Poznan, Wielkopolskie, Poland

Full Time
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At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

SSU Manager

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Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will take ownership of motor modification workshop operations at a 3PL partner site, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of customer orders. You will lead daily operations, coordinate and manage a production team of up to 30 people, develop both people and processes, and continuously improve performance to achieve operational excellence. 

You will be responsible for: 

  • Leading the daily operations of the motor modification workshop (team of up to 30 people) located at the 3PL site, ensuring safe, compliant, on-time, and cost-effective execution of customer and internal orders 

  • Preparing the annual production budget, monitoring progress, and defining corrective actions to address cost deviations and ensure operations stay within budget and available resources 

  • Managing workshop capacity, resources, and work in progress to meet demand and service level targets 

  • Driving continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, standard work) to improve productivity, workflow, and quality 

  • Ensuring the correct implementation of work instructions, routings, drawings, test requirements, and engineering changes 

  • Owning quality performance by reducing rework, defects, and field issues through strong process control 

  • Leading, motivating, and developing a multi-skilled team through coaching, upskilling, and performance management 

  • Acting as the main operational interface with the 3PL partner and supporting customer visits when required

 

Qualifications for the role 

  • Strong experience in workshop operations, production coordination, Lean/5S methodologies, and quality management within an industrial manufacturing or electromechanical environment 

  • At least 3–5 years of experience in motor service, repair, modification, electromechanical assembly, or a similar operational field, including leadership responsibility in a shop floor environment; experience as a workshop manager, production supervisor, operations leader, or in a similar role is a strong advantage 

  • Proven ability to lead people, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders 

  • Solid understanding of Lean principles, quality systems, and safe working practices 

  • Experience working with SAP, with the ability to use data, KPIs, and reports to manage operational performance 

  • Technical background in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent hands-on technical experience 

  • Fluency in English and Polish 

  • Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or experience working in a safety-critical environment is a strong advantage

 

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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