Job Description Leadership-Support in setting the link between plant/company goals & strategy and the shop floor with support of operations unit/ production management team (shared responsibility)-Show presence on the shop floor and act as role model & coach for shop floor employees (full responsibility)-Enable a values based and healthy leadership cultureWork Organization & Coordination (Planning / Scheduling)-Execute regular shop floor meetings to communicate daily KPI's, set priorities, define measures supported by employees-Secure the observance of standard work instructions and processes-Plan variable head count to secure the full productivity under consideration of the actual orderbook and manage personnel availabilities (e.g. vacation, sickness, training...) to ensure daily production-Monitor machine capacity to ensure the daily production taking into account cost, quality and order situation-Drive and implement improvements for optimization of material flow, monitor and report the targets of efficiencyQuality Management & Continuous Improvement- Promote "Quality First" and improvement culture on the shop floor, encourage and challenge employee's participation in continuous improvement processes-Drive proactively lessons learned and best practice sharing-Ensure implementation of quality standards and apply quality methods to increase quality performance-Support systematic implementation of Continental Business System CBS methods & tools-Implementation and carry out of improvements measurements for continous reduction of manufacturing costs & process improvement-Use audit & quality review results (internal, external, 5S, ...) to set up sustainable optimizationsand ensure implementation-Motivate and support employees to share their ideas for improvement, e.g. by using Conti Idea Management CIM or Cost Saving Program CSPProduction Performance / Productivity- Continuously track the actual state against defined target state by using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs, e.g. output, scrap/waste, productivity) under consideration of budget / standard- Evaluate complex problems detected in his area of responsibility (either through target state/ KPI deviations or other means) & escalated by shop floor operators as defined in the standards, decide on escalation upwards in hierarchy depending on magnitude of problem, steer systematic problem solving processes until solution is found, present/communicate solution and adjust standard/ target state accordinglyLegal, Compliance-Implement and ensure compliance with established internal/ external policies, rules, guidelines and procedures (e.g. technical cleanliness, ISO...)-Support and run audit process (internal/external) if requiredPeople Development & Talent Management-Ensure systematic & continuous qualification /competency development of employees, i.e. ensure that a qualification matrix exists & create individual development plans-Support a culture of life-long learning and provide learning opportunities for employees-Decide on suitable development measures for employees, document participation and evaluate effectiveness-Perform annual face-to-face employee dialogues to discuss performance, potential and development of employees, provide effective feedback & address poor performance-Ensure proper onboarding/ integration of new employeesEnvironment, Safety, Health- Create a culture of safety and health through leadership & act as role model- Ensure application of ESH regulations and management methods & tools (e.g. 5S systematic) as well as engagement of people- Enhance safety performance by tracking & reporting safety incidents (e.g. accidents, ergonomic, behavior-based, process-related; layout related incidents), remove hazards, support evaluation of ESH measures effectiveness & implement best practicesQualifications & Additional InformationGraduate in mechanical Engineering/Chemical engineering/Rubber technology5-8 years of experience in production coordination, manufacturing operations, or a related roleStrong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasksExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishProficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Detail-oriented mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentKnowledge of inventory management and material planning processesFamiliarity with quality assurance principles and production standardsPreferred: Experience with specific ERP platforms used in manufacturingPreferred: Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
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8...Job Description Leadership-Support in setting the link between plant/company goals & strategy and the shop floor with support of operations unit/ production management team (shared responsibility)-Show presence on the shop floor and act as role model & coach for shop floor employees (full responsibility)-Enable a values based and healthy leadership cultureWork Organization & Coordination (Planning / Scheduling)-Execute regular shop floor meetings to communicate daily KPI's, set priorities, define measures supported by employees-Secure the observance of standard work instructions and processes-Plan variable head count to secure the full productivity under consideration of the actual orderbook and manage personnel availabilities (e.g. vacation, sickness, training...) to ensure daily production-Monitor machine capacity to ensure the daily production taking into account cost, quality and order situation-Drive and implement improvements for optimization of material flow, monitor and report the targets of efficiencyQuality Management & Continuous Improvement- Promote "Quality First" and improvement culture on the shop floor, encourage and challenge employee's participation in continuous improvement processes-Drive proactively lessons learned and best practice sharing-Ensure implementation of quality standards and apply quality methods to increase quality performance-Support systematic implementation of Continental Business System CBS methods & tools-Implementation and carry out of improvements measurements for continous reduction of manufacturing costs & process improvement-Use audit & quality review results (internal, external, 5S, ...) to set up sustainable optimizationsand ensure implementation-Motivate and support employees to share their ideas for improvement, e.g. by using Conti Idea Management CIM or Cost Saving Program CSPProduction Performance / Productivity- Continuously track the actual state against defined target state by using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs, e.g. output, scrap/waste, productivity) under consideration of budget / standard- Evaluate complex problems detected in his area of responsibility (either through target state/ KPI deviations or other means) & escalated by shop floor operators as defined in the standards, decide on escalation upwards in hierarchy depending on magnitude of problem, steer systematic problem solving processes until solution is found, present/communicate solution and adjust standard/ target state accordinglyLegal, Compliance-Implement and ensure compliance with established internal/ external policies, rules, guidelines and procedures (e.g. technical cleanliness, ISO...)-Support and run audit process (internal/external) if requiredPeople Development & Talent Management-Ensure systematic & continuous qualification /competency development of employees, i.e. ensure that a qualification matrix exists & create individual development plans-Support a culture of life-long learning and provide learning opportunities for employees-Decide on suitable development measures for employees, document participation and evaluate effectiveness-Perform annual face-to-face employee dialogues to discuss performance, potential and development of employees, provide effective feedback & address poor performance-Ensure proper onboarding/ integration of new employeesEnvironment, Safety, Health- Create a culture of safety and health through leadership & act as role model- Ensure application of ESH regulations and management methods & tools (e.g. 5S systematic) as well as engagement of people- Enhance safety performance by tracking & reporting safety incidents (e.g. accidents, ergonomic, behavior-based, process-related; layout related incidents), remove hazards, support evaluation of ESH measures effectiveness & implement best practicesQualifications & Additional InformationGraduate in mechanical Engineering/Chemical engineering/Rubber technology5-8 years of experience in production coordination, manufacturing operations, or a related roleStrong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasksExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishProficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Detail-oriented mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentKnowledge of inventory management and material planning processesFamiliarity with quality assurance principles and production standardsPreferred: Experience with specific ERP platforms used in manufacturingPreferred: Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
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