Executive Assistant To The Plant Manager (M/F/D)

Testo; Aveiro; Presencial; EUR 40 000 - 55 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Testo SE & Co. KGaA at the Albergaria‑a‑Velha site seeks an Executive Assistant / Advisor to the Plant Manager. You will act as the right hand for the Plant Manager, preparing meetings, drafting papers, and supporting strategic initiatives across R&D, production, logistics and procurement.

The role involves tracking KPIs, operating steering tools, and enabling effective communication teams-wide in an international, flat‑hierarchy setting.

Qualificações

• Completed university degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Experience in project management, operations or consulting in an industrial or international setting.
• Proficiency with MS Office and reporting systems.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare, run, and follow up on management meetings, workshops and site visits.
• Draft decision papers, presentations, and executive summaries.
• Support HR in workforce planning, onboarding and training.
• Coordinate projects across multiple functions and partners.

Conhecimentos

MS Office

English proficiency

Portuguese proficiency

Communication skills

Formação académica

University degree

Ferramentas

Reporting systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Role Description

As part of our mission to drive operational excellence and strategic growth at our Albergaria‑a‑Velha site, we are looking for a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant / Advisor to the Plant Manager. In this pivotal role, you will act as the Plant Manager's right hand, ensuring smooth operations, supporting strategic initiatives, and enabling effective communication across all levels of the organization. Prepare, run, and follow up on management meetings, workshops, and site visits; draft decision papers, presentations, and executive summaries. Implement and maintain steering tools and reporting systems; track KPIs and OKRs; produce performance dashboards. Serve as the interface between local teams, corporate HQ, and external partners; coordinate projects across R&D, production, logistics, procurement, and other functions. Research best practices, identify operational risks, and propose mitigation strategies. Monitor budget adherence and analyze cost‑saving opportunities across departments. Support HR in workforce planning, onboarding, and training; assist in communication during change initiatives. Contribute to smart‑factory initiatives and rollout of digital tools. Organize strategic off‑sites, town‑halls, and plant tours; prepare internal and external communications.

What We Offer

• A trusted, high‑impact role with direct exposure to executive decision‑making.
• Opportunity to develop strategic and leadership skills in a dynamic environment.
• Diverse tasks and cross‑functional collaboration in an innovation‑driven company.
• An international working environment with flat hierarchies and agile practices.

Your Profile

• Completed university degree, ideally in engineering, business, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in project management, operations, or consulting – preferably in an industrial or international environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with digital tools and reporting systems.
• Fluent in English and Portuguese; German is a plus.
• Reliable, detail‑oriented, calm under pressure, adaptable, and service‑oriented.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with a strategic mindset.

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