Production Engineer (Ankara Plant)

Henkel; Çankaya; Hybrid; TRY 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Ankara is seeking a Production Specialist to oversee and enhance production processes. The role focuses on quality assurance, process optimization, and compliance with ISO 9001 standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing. This position offers a flexible work scheme and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Flexible work hours and hybrid model

Diverse growth opportunities

Global wellbeing standards

Gender-neutral parental leave

Employee Share Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in production.
• Hands-on safety knowledge and Lean Manufacturing methods preferred.
• Knowledge of Kaizen and TPM activities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute and improve production processes for quality and efficiency.
• Lead process optimization using continuous improvement tools.
• Manage autonomous maintenance programs.

Skills

Experience in production field

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing

Good command of English

Education

University degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

About this Position

In this role, you will be responsible for executing and improving production processes to meet quality, efficiency, and safety standards. You’ll lead process optimization efforts using continuous improvement tools, address root causes of production issues, and ensure ISO 9001 compliance. Additionally, you’ll manage autonomous maintenance programs, monitor production performance, and support operator training and development to enhance overall output and product quality.

What You´ll Do

• Carry out production according to the defined standards of process and taking actions to improve the process
• Conduct process optimization utilizing continuous improvement tools that improves cost, output, yields, uptime & quality
• Support/ensure applicable engineering compliance with all ISO 9001 requirements, including continuous improvement projects
• Solve short & long term process issues through solid root cause analysis & implement solutions
• Plan, develop and realize autonomous maintenance programs in order to ensure compliance of machines
• Ensure realization of planned production program
• Ensure that material fields are within company standards
• Develop work safety procedures, make sure the team under supervision follows rules
• Carry out criteria assessments and prepare the report for continuous improvement and performance follow up, present it to management, plan and implement necessary corrective-preventive actions
• Determine training needs of operators
• Improve the production methods for developing the quality of the packages & product

What makes you a good fit

• University degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical and Electronical Engineering departments are preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in production field
• Hands on safety know-how and Lean Manufacturing methods knowledge is preferred
• Knowledge of Kaizen, Lean and/or TPM activities is preferred
• Good command of English language
• Good level of MS Office knowledge
• Self-motivated, advanced communication skills & result oriented
• SAP Knowledge is a plus

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.