Manufacturing Manager (m/w/d)

TN Germany; Lörrach; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in the CPG industry is seeking a manufacturing leader to drive operational excellence and team development. The role involves managing production operations, implementing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, experience in the CPG sector, and fluency in German and English.

Qualifikationen

• Strong operational and manufacturing leadership experience in the CPG industry.
• Fluent in German and English.

Aufgaben

• Lead production operations and deliver key performance targets.
• Manage change and transformation among operating teams.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing standards and governance.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Ausbildung

Engineering Degree

Tools

Lean

Six Sigma

TPM

Jobbeschreibung

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Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

You will lead the production operations in the plant and deliver key performance targets (SQCDSM) in safety, quality, productivity, volumes, cost, sustainability, and organizational morale. You will ensure our manufacturing strategy is fully implemented and effective, and you will strive to build a high-performing organization.

How you will contribute

You will:

• Manage change and transformation among the operating teams in the implementation of IL6S - Integrated Lean 6 Sigma, FoF - Factory of the Future, and roles such as AM - Autonomous Maintenance, PM - Progressive Maintenance, within an integrated 6-star model to develop self-sufficient teams. Role model values and principles through effective coaching, mentoring, and team development.
• Support the manufacturing annual operational plans and targets to meet safety, quality, cost, delivery, sustainability, and engagement goals aligned with the site's business needs. Coach line leaders, cascade and communicate plans and targets to ensure alignment and understanding of priorities, focus, and KPIs.
• Establish and maintain strong governance to review and control operational performance, embed a zero-loss mindset, and drive continuous improvement. Lead the team to identify and improve technology, culture, capability, and operating systems for reliable and best-in-class operations.
• Ensure all manufacturing standards, governance, and compliance requirements (e.g., quality, food safety, GMP, health and safety, security, environment, sustainability, policies, legal requirements, internal audits) are understood, in place, and effectively monitored and reviewed.
• Lead and be accountable for talent management, capability development, and engagement within the manufacturing team. Identify critical talent levers to attract, retain, and develop talent at all levels, building a sustainable workforce. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional peers internally and externally to achieve objectives and KPIs.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career with the following experience and knowledge:

• Strong operational and manufacturing leadership experience in the CPG industry, with expertise in TPM, 5S, Lean, Six Sigma tools and concepts.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), coaching, and leadership skills in a team environment. Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and team-building abilities.
• An engineer with strong financial and business acumen, project management skills, and knowledge of industrial maintenance and manufacturing equipment.
• Fluent in German and English.

The responsibilities of this position are performed within the framework of a regional business model managed by Mondelēz Europe GmbH, Switzerland.

No relocation support is available; however, minimal support may be provided for international candidates through our Volunteer International Transfer Policy.

Business Unit Summary

At Mondelez Europe, we are proud of our iconic brands and the passionate people behind them. Our products are created in 52 plants across Europe by over 28,000 employees. We are a leading maker of chocolate, biscuits, gum, and candy, with brands like Cadbury, Milka, Alpen Gold, Oreo, belVita, LU, and Tuc. Join us as we continue to lead the future of snacking worldwide by offering the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way.

Mondelez International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Job Type

Regular, Manufacturing support, Manufacturing