Vice President Production Engineering (w/m/d)

TN Germany; Dresden; Hybrid; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a Vice President of Production Engineering to lead innovative projects that drive sustainability and efficiency. This role involves building high-performing teams, optimizing production processes, and implementing lean management practices. You will play a crucial part in the energy transition, contributing to environmental preservation while ensuring effective communication and collaboration across departments. With flexible work options and a supportive culture, this position offers an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about making a significant impact in the manufacturing sector.

Leistungen

Flexible home office options

Support for commuting costs

Company sports activities

Relaxation programs

Up to 20% employer contribution to pension plans

Qualifikationen

• Several years of experience in optimizing production sites and processes.
• Strong leadership experience in an international manufacturing environment.

Aufgaben

• Establish and lead teams focused on production engineering and process optimization.
• Plan and control projects ensuring resource availability.

Kenntnisse

Lean Management

Project Management

Manufacturing Technology

Process Optimization

Automation

Team Leadership

Ausbildung

Degree in Production Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

MES

ERP

DMS

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description: Vice President Production Engineering (w/m/d) in Dresden, Germany

Location: Dresden, Germany

Company Tagline: Alle reden über Wasserstoff – wir machen ihn!

Are you a team player passionate about sustainability and eager to make a significant impact? Join us in turning our bold plans into reality!

Position: Vice President Production Engineering (w/m/d)

Type: Full-time

Address: Gasanstaltstraße 2, 01237 Dresden, Germany

Experience Level: Experienced professionals

Application Deadline: 31. Mai 2024

Work Model: Hybrid

Responsibilities

As Vice President Production Engineering, you will be responsible for establishing, leading, and developing the following teams/areas:

• Plant structure planning & value stream mapping
• Production project management (industrialization)
• Production concepts & automation
• Manufacturing process development
• Machine and plant engineering
• Work preparation & workstation design
• Commissioning and launch management
• Prototype construction

Your Tasks

• Building, Leading, and Optimizing: Responsible for building and leading high-performing departments, ensuring the implementation and continuous improvement of efficient processes, and industrializing our products.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead and develop teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Projects, Processes, and Resources: Plan, organize, and control all projects and processes, ensuring necessary resources are available and qualified.
• Lean Management & Partner Management: Implement lean management across the value stream, collaborate closely with partners and internal stakeholders.
• Reporting, Capex, Supplier Management: Report team performances to C-Level, oversee investment planning, and manage suppliers.
• Strategy, Projects, Prototype Development: Ensure alignment with production strategies, make or buy decisions, and oversee development projects and prototypes.
• Know-How, Technology, DFMA: Foster knowledge exchange, ensure technology standards, and implement DFMA in development projects.

Candidate Profile

Education: Degree in production engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or related fields.

Experience: Several years of successful experience in implementing and optimizing production sites, processes, and cost reductions, with proficiency in MES, ERP, and DMS tools.

Personality: Strong knowledge in manufacturing technology, process optimization, automation, lean management, and project management. Leadership experience in an international manufacturing environment preferred. Excellent communication skills and analytical thinking.

Languages: Fluent in German and English; additional languages are a plus.

What We Offer

Why Sunfire? Be part of the energy transition with innovative work that contributes to environmental preservation.

Flexibility: Flexible home office options, support for commuting costs, and work-life balance initiatives.

Health & Wellness: Participate in company sports activities and relaxation programs.

Team & Culture: Supportive onboarding, ongoing peer support, and a culture of open communication.

Pension & Benefits: Up to 20% employer contribution to pension plans.

Locations: Work at our headquarters in Dresden or our central office in Berlin.