Head of Production / Produktionsleiter Medizintechnik (m/w/d)
Join us at Freudenberg Medical as the Head of Production / Produktionsleiter Medizintechnik (m/w/d).
About Freudenberg Medical: We develop and manufacture medical products that save and improve lives worldwide. As a global leader with over 2,500 employees, we focus on innovation, quality, and efficient manufacturing. We offer a dynamic work environment with growth opportunities in the healthcare sector.
Benefits include:
* Company car
* Performance-based bonus
* International opportunities
* Team events and networking
* Health promotion
Location: Würselen, Germany
Your Responsibilities:
* Lead a production team with 6 direct and around 150 indirect staff, driving excellence
* Ensure timely, budget-compliant delivery of high-quality medical devices, maintaining cost efficiency and quality standards
* Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, and Quality teams to smoothly transfer new products to serial production
* Promote transparency and accountability through effective shopfloor management, involving all staff levels
* Define and monitor KPIs, implementing continuous improvement measures
* Strategically expand capacity by scaling production lines and staffing to meet growth targets
Your Profile:
* Engineering degree (e.g., Production or Manufacturing Engineering) or technical qualification with leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably in medical technology or regulated industries
* Proven expertise in Lean Management and continuous improvement focusing on efficiency and quality
* Experience managing complex change processes like production relocations or capacity expansions
* Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills
* Results-oriented, customer-focused, balancing operational excellence and innovation
* Ability to effectively engage production staff and leadership teams
* Resilient, pragmatic leadership with energy, commitment, and passion for team development
* Fluent in German and English, confident at all organizational levels
We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, background, disability, or other protected characteristics.
Additional Details:
* Seniority Level: Entry level
* Employment Type: Full-time
* Job Function: Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering
* Industry: Medical Devices
We look forward to your application and to possibly welcoming you to our team in Würselen.
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