Product & Project Lead: Materials Processing & Process Eng

Swarco Ag; Kühnsdorf; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cafeteria with meal subsidies

Free beverages

Fruit basket

CSR sustainability

Workplace Health Promotion – BGF

Job summary

Swarco AG in Austria is seeking a hands-on Product-/Project Manager focused on materials processing and process engineering. The role covers plastics, coatings, building materials, and composites, with responsibility across locations.

The candidate will oversee supplier governance, compliance, testing, and cross-functional interfaces, leading new product projects and reporting to management. Strong German/English and travel willingness are required.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in materials processing and downstream processing.
• In-depth expertise in incorporating fillers and reinforcing materials into various materials.
• Knowledge of product and/or project management.
• Proficiency with standards and regulatory requirements (REACH, DIN).
• Analytical, structured approach with strong communication skills.
• Fluent German and English; independent and solution-oriented work style.
• Willingness to travel and collaborate across locations.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end product responsibility, including governance and compliance.
• Systematic analysis of the value chain and process optimization.
• Root cause analysis for complaints and CAPA actions.
• Coordinate interfaces between Sales, QA, Production, R&D, and Marketing.
• Lead feasibility and go-to-market projects for new products.

Skills

Materials processing

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Lab testing

German language

English language

Job description

Swarco AG in Austria is seeking a hands-on Product-/Project Manager focused on materials processing and process engineering. The role covers plastics, coatings, building materials, and composites, with responsibility across locations.

The candidate will oversee supplier governance, compliance, testing, and cross-functional interfaces, leading new product projects and reporting to management. Strong German/English and travel willingness are required.