Teamlead Industrialization (m/f/d)

Wingcopter GmbH; Weiterstadt; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking space

Employee discounts

Employee events

Flexible hours

Access to EGYM Wellpass

Business Bike option

Job summary

A fast-growing tech startup is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Lead. You will manage a team of engineers, analyze and improve production processes, and ensure product quality. The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree, has over 5 years of experience, and is proficient in tools like Catia and Jira. This role offers attractive employee benefits, including remote work options and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in manufacturing engineering or similar.
• Project management certification in Prince2 or equivalent.
• Good knowledge in time studies for work method, work procedure, and work conditions.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of production and manufacturing engineers.
• Analyse and improve production flow.
• Maintain process stability and ensure product quality.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication in German

Communication in English

Education

Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering

Tools

Catia

3D software

MS Office

Jira

Confluence

Linux

Python

VBA

Job description

Your mission

Take innovation beyond development — lead industrialization that delivers real-world impact.

• Manage a team of up to 10 production and manufacturing engineers, ensuring effective task allocation and goal achievement.
• Analyse and improve production flow (composites, trimming, painting, assembly) by reducing effort, improving ergonomics, and resolving production issues.
• Improve production efficiency by reducing costs and material usage; implement standardisation and develop industrialisation equipment, tools, and jigs.
• Ensure effective simultaneous engineering across departments.
• Maintain process stability by owning work instructions and production documentation; perform process validation.
• Ensure product quality by supporting production and quality teams and maintaining safe, standardised, and efficient processes.
• Identify, document, and report unsafe practices and production issues.

Your profile

• You have an Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering or equivalent professional qualification and 5+ years of proven experience in manufacturing engineering or similar.
• Your experience with Catia and 3D experience software as well as MS office is excellent; knoledge in VBA is a plus.
• In Jira and Confluence you have poficient knowledge and you are competent in Linux and Python.
• You have a project management certification in Prince2 or equivalent.
• Your knowledge in time studies for work method, work procedure and work condition is good; a REFA method certification (or similar) is a plus.
• You have superb analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• You can communicate at a sophisticated level in both German and English.

What you bring as a perfect candidate

• You thrive in collaborative environments and value collective success.
• You approach challenges with a positive mindset and a proactive attitude.
• You believe technology has the power to improve society and drive positive change for the future.

What we'll offer

• A free parking space right at the office – for the days you come in.
• Enjoy attractive employee discounts with corporate benefits on a variety of products and services.
• Join the fun at our employee events and team-building activities.
• Many of our roles offer remote work options and flexible hours to balance your life and work.
• Stay fit with access to EGYM Wellpass – your wellbeing is a priority.
• On two wheels to work? Take advantage of our Business Bike option and commute the healthy way.

Why us?

• A motivated and supportive team, where every voice is heard, and collaboration drives our success.
• A fast-growing tech startup, where the pace is exciting, and every day presents new challenges and opportunities.
• A place where your ideas can take flight, allowing you to shape and influence projects from the ground up.
• Dedicated to your personal and professional growth, offering opportunities to learn, develop, and thrive.
• A company that values impact, where your work truly makes a difference and contributes to something meaningful.