Director of Industrialisation
Location: Kassel, Germany
Industry: Transportation Manufacturing
Reports To: Director of Engineering
Position Overview:
My client is seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Industrialisation to lead the industrialisation function at their Kassel facility. This role is pivotal in bridging product development and full-scale manufacturing, ensuring seamless integration of new products and technologies into production. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in manufacturing processes, lean principles, and cross-functional leadership within the transportation or heavy industry sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
Develop and execute the industrialisation strategy aligned with company goals, ensuring readiness for new product introductions and process innovations.
Project Management:
Lead cross-functional industrialisation projects from concept to production, including planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management.
Process Development & Optimisation:
Define and implement scalable, efficient manufacturing processes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Technology Integration:
Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and production teams to ensure manufacturability of new designs and integration of advanced manufacturing technologies (e.g., automation, digital twins, Industry 4.0).
Supplier & Equipment Readiness:
Oversee the industrial readiness of suppliers and capital equipment, ensuring compliance with quality, cost, and delivery targets.
Team Leadership:
Build and lead a high-performing industrialisation team. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and operational excellence.
Compliance & Standards:
Ensure all industrialisation activities comply with relevant safety, environmental, and quality standards (e.g., ISO, IATF).
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
Minimum 10 years of experience in industrialisation, manufacturing engineering, or operations within the transportation or heavy manufacturing industry.
Proven track record of leading complex industrialisation projects and cross-functional teams.
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and digital manufacturing technologies.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Fluent in English; German language skills are a strong advantage.