Where would you like to shape the success of your future career: At a worldwide leading manufacturer of process measuring and control technology? In a family- owned company that values its more than 3,700 employees in more than 30 countries and sees them all as individuals? In a team that breaks new ground with courage and passion? 

Did you answer „Yes“ three times? Then it is time for us to make your acquaintance. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Design, implement, optimize, and support manufacturing processes and production systems to improve safety, quality, productivity, capacity, and operational efficiency.

• Lead the planning, development, installation, and optimization of new production lines, manufacturing cells, facility expansions, and equipment implementations.

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by ensuring products are manufacturable and successfully transitioned into production.

• Develop and maintain production layouts, workstation designs, material flow strategies, and manufacturing documentation utilizing SolidWorks and other engineering tools.

• Optimize factory layouts, workflows, ergonomics, labor utilization, and production capacity to support current and future business growth.

• Provide technical support to production operations by identifying process improvement opportunities, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, and implementing sustainable solutions.

• Analyze production performance data and utilize data-driven methodologies to improve throughput, quality, equipment utilization, and overall operational effectiveness.

• Identify, evaluate, and implement automation, robotics, assembly fixtures, testing systems, vision inspection systems, and other manufacturing technologies to improve productivity and reduce manual effort.

• Lead the integration, commissioning, and continuous improvement of automated manufacturing equipment and systems.

• Manage and support production test bench operations and maintenance activities, maximizing equipment uptime, reliability, and testing performance while coordinating repairs, upgrades, and preventative maintenance efforts.

• Lead cross-functional projects involving Production, Facilities, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Warehouse, and Engineering teams to achieve operational objectives.

• Manage capital projects, equipment installations, production line relocations, facility improvement projects, and contractor activities from concept through implementation.

• Conduct root cause investigations, implement corrective actions, and develop error-proofing solutions to improve product quality, process reliability, and operational performance.

• Develop and maintain work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), engineering documentation, technical specifications, and process records.

• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements while promoting a safe and efficient work environment.

• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned.

*This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover and contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required by the employee. Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.*

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, and .

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP Preferred).

• CAD experience is a plus.

• Project management a plus

• Experience with Quality Assurance and Planning Tools and Methods (CMM, FAIR, PFMEA, etc.) a plus

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Effective communication and presentation abilities.

• Ability to lead projects and influence cross-functional teams.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to work independently and in team environments.

In return, we offer you exciting and challenging responsibilities, diverse perspectives with a high degree of individual freedom and a corporate culture that encourages you to use it.

Curious? Then we look forward to receiving your application.