ZF Production System Engineer

ZF Group; Arifiye; Hybrid; TRY 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering company in Turkey is looking for a ZF Production System Engineer. This role involves leading lean expertise, supporting the implementation of production strategies, and coaching teams to drive operational excellence. Candidates should have a technical degree and a minimum of 3 years in manufacturing. The position offers a hybrid working system, health benefits, and a dynamic working atmosphere.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Employee benefits package

Good working atmosphere

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of products and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of problem-solving techniques, coaching capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead lean expertise and promote knowledge transfer across the Plant.
• Support the implementation of the ZF Production System strategy.
• Coach and guide Plant teams in workshops and projects.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing concepts

Effective leadership skills

Problem analysis and solving

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Academic degree in a technical field or equivalent qualification

Job description

Req ID 82500|Sakarya, Türkiye,ZF CVS Turkey Fren Sistemleri Sanayi Ticaret Limited Şirketi

About the Team

We are expanding our Production‑Manufacturing and Assembly team across Sakarya and looking for ZF Production System Engineer to join us in Sakarya with Division Commercial Vehicle Solutions.

What you can look forward to as ZF Production System Engineer:

• Lead lean expertise and promote knowledge transfer and best practice sharing across all areas of the Plant.
• Support the ZF PS Lead in the Plant with the implementation of the ZF Production System strategy.
• Assist the ZF PS Lead in the Plant with qualification and advanced method workshops, projects to drive transformation towards Operational Excellence.
• Encourage continuous knowledge transfer and development of Lean expertise.
• Lead systematic observation throughout the Plant organization, promoting problem‑solving methodologies to achieve Plant targets.
• Support the monitoring of lean implementation progress and validate the effectiveness of necessary actions.
• Evaluate the implementation status at the Plant level together with the ZF PS Lead and propose key required activities.
• Coach and guide Plant teams in workshops, projects, and lean evaluation topics aligned with Lean philosophy.
• Promote the development of standards within expert teams for the ZF PS method box (including method ownership), ensure sustainable rollout/adherence, qualify ZF PS resources and cross‑functional teams for independent method application, and lead advanced ZF PS workshops/projects in the Plant.

Your profile as ZF Production System Engineer:

• Academic degree in a technical field or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge and experience in ZF PS / Lean Manufacturing concepts and methods.
• Strong understanding of products and manufacturing processes.
• Effective leadership skills in a matrix organization with a strong team spirit.
• Advanced skills in problem analysis and solving, presenting topics, managing projects, and building teams.
• Robust internal network within Product Line/Region and Divisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluent in English.
• Knowledge of problem‑solving techniques, coaching capabilities.

Why you should choose ZF:

• An employment contract in a stable, global company.
• Hybrid working system (depends on the position).
• Private health insurance and employee benefits package.
• Good working atmosphere; working in an international team, interesting projects, and tasks.

ERP: The position is part of the ZF Global Employee Referral Program.

Be part of our ZF team as ZF Production System Engineer and apply now!