Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! Responsibilities: Lead the production team with 6 direct reports and approximately 180 indirect employees, driving excellence every step of the way. Take ownership of delivering high-quality medical devices on time and within budget, ensuring cost-effective manufacturing without compromising standards. Champion lean management and continuous improvement by designing and refining efficient production processes that boost productivity and quality. Collaborate closely with R&D, engineering, regulatory affairs, and quality teams to seamlessly transition new products into series production. Drive a culture of transparency and accountability through cascaded shop floor management, engaging all levels of the workforce. Set clear KPIs, monitor performance rigorously, and implement smart solutions to continuously elevate production outcomes. Strategically lead capacity expansion efforts, scaling production lines and workforce to meet ambitious growth goals. Qualifications: Technical degree or advanced technician certification with solid leadership experience in production, preferably in MedTech or other regulated industry. Proven expertise in lean management and continuous improvement, driving efficiency and quality. Skilled in managing complex change initiatives, including production relocations and capacity expansions. Strong collaborator with excellent cross-functional and stakeholder management skills. Fluent in German and English, with confident communication across all organisational levels. Results-oriented and customer-focused, balancing operational excellence with innovation. Adaptable communicator, able to engage both shop floor teams and senior leaders effectively. Resilient, hands-on leader with high energy, commitment, and a passion for developing teams. The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Hemoteq AG