Manufacturing Unit Leader - Operations & Launch Expert

ThyssenKrupp Presta AG; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

401K matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

The Production Unit Leader position at thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. in Hamilton, Ohio, leads the manufacturing unit across three shifts, directing one supervisor per shift and ensuring on-time delivery, quality compliance, and safe operations.

This role drives continuous improvement, oversees equipment transfers and launches, mentors staff, and partners with engineering, maintenance, quality, logistics and operations to meet KPIs while maintaining a collaborative, engaged workplace.

Qualifications

• Extensive manufacturing background with production management experience.
• Budgeting and financial performance management.
• Hands-on leadership that earns trust and drives results.
• Strong ethics and integrity across teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing unit through three shifts and ensure on-time delivery.
• Drive safety, quality, and cost via S2QDC meetings.
• Develop budgets and manage spending within targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful product launches.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Budget management

Continuous improvement

Safety compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Operations/Business

HS diploma or GED acceptable

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Production Unit Leader position at thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. in Hamilton, Ohio, leads the manufacturing unit across three shifts, directing one supervisor per shift and ensuring on-time delivery, quality compliance, and safe operations.

This role drives continuous improvement, oversees equipment transfers and launches, mentors staff, and partners with engineering, maintenance, quality, logistics and operations to meet KPIs while maintaining a collaborative, engaged workplace.