Production Manager

Umbilical Advanced; Hannover; Vor Ort; EUR 6.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in Hannover is looking for a skilled Production Manager or Supervisor to lead a high-performing team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You will manage operations, drive innovation, and ensure adherence to safety standards, contributing to the excellence of precision-engineered products. This role offers the opportunity for professional development and includes competitive compensation with relocation support.

Leistungen

Healthcare in line with German law

Relocation support (if applicable)

Professional development & training opportunities

Competitive salary

Collaborative and supportive team culture

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifikationen

• Experience in manufacturing or assembly environments such as Production Manager or Supervisor.
• Fluent in German, both written and spoken.
• Hands-on with industry-standard tools beneficial.

Aufgaben

• Lead a team of 15-16 professionals in diverse roles including technicians and welders.
• Manage recruitment, performance reviews, and career development.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Lean Management

Quality Control

Change Management

Communication

Organisational Skills

Ausbildung

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

MBA or Master's degree from Germany

Apprenticeship or Craftsperson Qualification

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Root Cause Analysis

Jobbeschreibung

6-Month Fixed-Term Contract – Permanent Role After 6 Months

• 5,327 Gross Per Month For 6 Months
• 35-hour week, Monday to Friday
• Healthcare in line with German law
• Relocation support (if applicable)
• Professional development & training opportunities

Location : Hannover, Germany

Are you ready to lead in a cutting-edge, high-tech manufacturing environment? We are on the lookout for a skilled and visionary Production Manager or Production Supervisor to drive excellence in the assembly and production of state-of-the-art machinery.

In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, managing a talented team to ensure smooth operations and optimal performance. Your expertise will shape the future of our manufacturing processes, ensuring the delivery of precision-engineered products that push the boundaries of technology.

If you’re passionate about driving continuous improvement, empowering teams, and delivering outstanding results in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you.

Your role as Production Manager or Production Supervisor :

• Lead a team of 15-16 skilled professionals in diverse roles : electricians, technicians, welders, logistics, and operatives
• Manage recruitment, training, performance reviews, and career development
• Oversee resource and production planning—deliver on-time, on-budget results
• Drive success across two key departments and ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety (H&S) and HSE standards on the shop floor
• Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence
• Facilitate daily and weekly production meetings, tackling progress and challenges
• Conduct Gemba walks to engage with staff and drive motivation
• Introduce and improve operational KPIs, focusing on On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) and Right-First-Time production
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 Quality Management standards
• Oversee the smooth commissioning and transition of production lines
• Manage customer service plans for machinery servicing and parts delivery
• Proactive approach in driving improvement and operational improvement initiatives across the production facility
• Experience in shop floor leadership, especially in manufacturing or assembly environments such as a Production Manager, Production Supervisor, Operations Manager, Operations Supervisor, Factory Manager, Shop Floor Manager, Shop Floor Supervisor, Assembly Manager or a related role
• Proven ability in lean management, quality control, and change management
• Strong mechanical and electrical understanding—especially in manufacturing & assembly environments
• Education : Experience is prioritised over formal education, although a degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is preferred. An MBA or a Master’s degree from Germany is advantageous. They will also consider candidates who have completed an apprenticeship or a craftsperson qualification
• Excellent communication, organisational, and people management skills
• Hands-on with Power BI, Excel, and root cause analysis is advantageous
• Ability to thrive in both high-volume and low-volume production settings
• Fluent in German, both written and spoken

What we offer :

• Competitive salary and relocation support (if needed)
• An innovative and growing company in Hannover
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunities for career growth and development

How to apply :

Click “Apply” or for further information, contact Ajay Bhella at Umbilical Limited. Alternatively, send an up-to-date CV to [e-mail]

Umbilical Limited is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience.

We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion / beliefs, or sexual orientation.

Production Manager • Hannover, Lower Saxony, Germany