Lead Production Engineer - 3-Shift Ops (Istanbul)

AJAX-Systems-Elektronik-Ticaret-A.-; Tuzla; On-site; TRY 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

AJAX SYSTEMS is seeking a Production Engineer to join the Istanbul DESBAS Tuzla plant. In this group leadership role you will supervise all production processes, drive shift teams, and ensure strict adherence to company quality standards to enable sustainable growth.

You will apply RCA, FMEA, Lean, and 5S methods, plan improvements, and work across English and Turkish communications to optimize performance and ensure KPI achievement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• 2–3 years in production/manufacturing with shop-floor supervision.
• Willingness to work in a 3-shift system including nights.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and customer/regulatory requirements.
• Fluent English and Turkish, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Plan, analyze, and optimize production efficiency; lead re-equipment projects.
• Operate within a 3-shift framework; drive cost-reduction initiatives.
• Apply RCA and FMEA to identify bottlenecks and prevent defects.
• Evaluate equipment for necessity, cost, and environmental safety.
• Monitor processes affecting quality per ISO 9001 and standards.
• Provide leadership and align shift teams to meet KPIs and targets.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

English-Turkish bilingual

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical & Electronics / related engineering

Job description

AJAX SYSTEMS is seeking a Production Engineer to join the Istanbul DESBAS Tuzla plant. In this group leadership role you will supervise all production processes, drive shift teams, and ensure strict adherence to company quality standards to enable sustainable growth.

You will apply RCA, FMEA, Lean, and 5S methods, plan improvements, and work across English and Turkish communications to optimize performance and ensure KPI achievement.