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This position reports to:
Operations Manager
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Work model for this position: On-site / #LI-Onsite
Your Role and Responsibilities
In this position at our Heidelberg site, you will lead a team in the production of miniature circuit breakers (MCB) and ensure a continuous and efficient production process in compliance with process workflows, work instructions, work plans, and all quality and safety standards. As a Production Team Leader (f/m/d), you report to the Production Manager and contribute to the manufacturing of ABB products from individual components. You are responsible for personnel planning while considering deadlines and cost structures to achieve production targets.
Your main responsibilities include:
Managing a production area within MCB manufacturing and leading approx. 35 employees
Conducting capacity planning and optimizing resources
Identifying optimization potential in production processes and equipment
Leading continuous improvement (CIP/KVP) projects and workshops
Ensuring smooth production operations through leadership, organization, and recruitment in collaboration with HR
Guiding and motivating team members and developing their potential
Qualifications for this role
Certified Master Craftsman, Technician, or comparable technical qualification
Several years of experience in production or production-related areas
Experience in leading teams in a manufacturing environment
Excellent knowledge of manufacturing processes and manual assembly operations
Proven experience with continuous improvement projects and Lean Management (e.g., KAIZEN, Lean Six Sigma)
Good knowledge of occupational health and safety as well as quality standards according to established ISO norms
Quick comprehension, resilience, and strong team orientation
Fluent German (spoken and written) and good English skills
Willingness to work in shifts and occasional Saturday work
High level of empathy and assertiveness
Benefits
Retirement Plan
Employee Share Acquisition Programm
Job bike or subsidy for the Deutschlandticket
Canteen
Please note: In cases of equal qualification, applicants with severe disabilities or equivalent status will be given preference.
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