Production Manager

Marelli; Sosnowiec; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Marelli in Sosnowiec, Poland, is seeking a Production Manager to lead the Manufacturing Green Technologies team, reporting directly to the Plant Manager. You will ensure the execution of production plans with optimal use of people, equipment and processes.

You will drive improvements, monitor performance, ensure quality and safety, and participate in new product launches within a fast-paced international setting. This role offers development opportunities and involvement in Kaizen initiatives.

Qualifications

• Higher technical education is required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar automotive role.
• English level: B1.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Intermediate SAP knowledge.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure technical preparation of production, including equipment and fixtures.
• Manage production execution in line with processes, quality and targets.
• Analyse defect causes and implement corrective actions.
• Initiate improvements to reduce downtime related to materials and transport.
• Plan staffing and organize the production team; monitor execution.
• Support employees’ development and continuous improvement.
• Ensure proper application of work instructions, safety rules and procedures.
• Monitor machine performance and technical condition.
• Implement and adjust production processes for new products and changes.
• Actively participate in new product launches.
• Make stop-production decisions when quality issues arise.
• Support Marelli MMS/Lean projects and audits.
• Supervise production documentation for line audits (Genba Kanri Diagnosis).
• Promote Kaizen and IdeAction systems.

Skills

People management

Planning & work organization

Decision making

Effective communication

Leadership

Strategic thinking

English (B1)

Education

Higher technical education

Tools

MS Office

SAP

AutoCAD (basic)

Job description

Your next career opportunity with our organization starts here!

Embarking on a new role within Marelli means taking on new challenges and seizing the opportunity to make a bigger, better, bolder impact!

We’re pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence. Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.”

Joining the Marelli Green Technologies team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation.

As a global yet fast-evolving company, we are always looking to grow and evolve our talents.

About the Position:

We are looking for a Production Manager to join the Manufacturing Green Technologies team, reporting directly to the Plant Manager.

This position is based at our office in Sosnowiec, Poland.

As the Production Manager at Marelli, you will be will be responsible for ensuring the effective execution of production plans through optimal management of people, equipment, tools, materials and technological processes. In this role, you will ensure that products are manufactured on time, in the required quantity and assortment, and at the quality level expected by our customers.

Your Responsibilities will be:

• Ensure technical preparation of production, including the appropriate selection, availability and efficiency of equipment, tools and fixtures.
• Manage production execution in line with defined technological processes, quality requirements, procedures and standards, while ensuring achievement of production targets.
• Analyse the causes of defects and implement corrective and improvement actions.
• Initiate improvements to reduce downtime related to materials and transport operations.
• Plan staffing, organize the work of the production team, assign tasks and monitor their execution.
• Support employees’ development, multifunctionality and continuous improvement.
• Ensure employees understand and correctly apply work instructions, methods, safety rules and internal procedures.
• Monitor machine and equipment performance and technical condition.
• Implement and adjust production processes, including new products, tooling, staffing, materials and changeovers.
• Actively participate in new product launches.
• Take decisions to stop production or shipments when quality issues require corrective action.
• Support implementation, projects, audits and post-audit activities related to Marelli Manufacturing System / Lean.
• Supervise production documentation required for line audits, including Genba Kanri Diagnosis
• Promote and participate in Kaizen and IdeAction employee suggestion systems.

What Qualifications you will bring:

• Higher technical education.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role in the automotive industry.
• English at B1 level.
• Good knowledge of MS Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Intermediate SAP knowledge.
• Knowledge of production processes, products, machines, equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Knowledge of WCM / MMS Lean system and basic Lean tools.
• People management, planning and work organization skills.
• Ability to make decisions quickly and solve problems.
• Effective communication, leadership skills and strategic thinking

Other skills that we would welcome:

• Basic AutoCAD knowledge.
• Knowledge of production planning and management.
• Knowledge of MIG/MAG welding.
• Knowledge of WCM / MMS Lean advanced tools.

What does this position offer you:

• Fast-paced yet supportive and high-performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility.
• Support in onboarding and further training that will set you up with Marelli's speed.

Take the next step:

Together, we will drive the world towards a safer, greener, and better-connected future.

Are you ready to make your mark, shape the future of the automotive industry, and drive the growth of the Green Technologies business?

Contribute to shaping the vehicles of tomorrow with your unique talents.