Manufacturing Manager: Electronics & Mechatronics Lean

AME (Applied Micro Electronics); Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AME, part of the Metis Group, is an electronics company located in Brainport Eindhoven, a leading tech region. We partner with customers in developing and manufacturing high-quality electronic products with extensive product life cycle support.

The combination of electrical, mechanical, software, and industrial engineering expertise in our teams drives our innovation in markets like energy, climate and industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in a relevant field.
• Senior manufacturing leadership experience in electronics/mechatronics.
• Experience leading multiple teams via managers.
• Strong background in low-volume, high-mix production.
• Knowledge of Lean/Kaizen, CAPA and problem solving.
• Strong people leadership, coaching and communication.
• Data-driven mindset with analytical skills.
• Excellent command of English (Dutch a plus).

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple manufacturing departments and ensure strong execution on Safety, Quality, Delivery and Efficiency.
• Drive factory performance in terms of on-time delivery, productivity, and first-time-right quality.
• Build an engaged workforce and a positive working environment, role-modelling AME's core values: togetherness, commitment, and excellence.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence (Lean, Kaizen, standard work, problem solving).
• Ensure strong cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Engineering/Industrialization, and Supply Chain to remove bottlenecks and prevent recurring issues.
• Oversee the Service department for internal and external reject handling, ensuring fast containment and structural improvements.
• Align with the Facility department to support manufacturing continuity and operational stability.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Problem Solving

Cross-functional Leadership

Data-driven

English Proficiency

Communication

Change Management

Education

Bachelor or Master

Tools

SQDCE

Job description

AME, part of the Metis Group, is an electronics company located in Brainport Eindhoven, a leading tech region. We partner with customers in developing and manufacturing high-quality electronic products with extensive product life cycle support.

The combination of electrical, mechanical, software, and industrial engineering expertise in our teams drives our innovation in markets like energy, climate and industry.