Production Manager

Hitachi, Ltd.; Województwo łódzkie; Hybrid; PLN 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Fitness programs

Employee benefits platform

Home office equipment allowance

Spectacles and contact lenses support

Team-building events

Psychological support

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Łódź is seeking a Production Manager to lead the insulation components factory's growth and the construction of a new production hall.

You will drive safety, quality, throughput, and team engagement while applying Lean methods to improve production performance. This hands-on leadership role requires a proactive mindset and ability to navigate a growing manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or a related technical field.
• Experience leading production teams in manufacturing.
• Hands-on leader with focus on safety, quality and efficiency.
• Familiarity with Lean tools and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Ensure product quality in line with technical documentation and applicable standards.
• Deliver production plans on time by ensuring the right resources and capacity.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Optimize production capacity, workflows, and resource utilization while minimizing downtime.
• Analyze production performance and implement improvements to processes and ways of working.
• Lead, develop, and engage production teams, building a culture of ownership and continuous improvement.
• Monitor key production KPIs, identify improvement opportunities, and report on performance.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Team engagement

Communication

Polish language

English language

Education

Engineering degree

Manufacturing degree

Tools

SAP

AutoCAD

Job description

The opportunity

As a Production Manager, you will join our Insulation Components Factory in Łódź as we continue to grow and expand our operations As we expand our operations and build a new production hall, you will have the opportunity to play an active role in growing our production capabilities and shaping the future of the factory.

You will be responsible for one of the key areas of our manufacturing operations, leading production teams, improving processes, and ensuring strong performance across safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity. We are looking for a hands-on leader who can combine a strategic perspective with day-to-day operational management and who enjoys working in a growing and changing manufacturing environment.

How you'll make an impact

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Ensure product quality in line with technical documentation and applicable standards.
• Deliver production plans on time by ensuring the right resources and capacity are in place.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Optimize production capacity, workflows, and resource utilization while minimizing downtime.
• Analyze production performance and implement improvements to processes and ways of working.
• Lead, develop, and engage production teams, building a culture of ownership and continuous improvement.
• Monitor key production KPIs, identify improvement opportunities, and report on performance.

Your background

• University degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• Experience in leading production teams in a manufacturing environment.
• A hands-on leadership style and the ability to engage your team and achieve results together.
• Experience in improving production processes and practical knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and methods.
• A continuous improvement mindset and a practical approach to solving problems and making things work better.
• Good communication skills in Polish and English.
• Good knowledge of MS Office; experience with SAP or AutoCAD would be an advantage.

More about us

At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.

Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

• Private medical care and life insurance
• Access to fitness and wellness programs
• Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks
• Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
• Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home
• Spectacles and contact lenses allowance
• Company events and team‑building activities
• Psychological support program
• Free parking available

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.