About us Our client, for whom we are looking for a Deputy General Manager/Operation Manager (full-time job) is the subsidiary in Ingolstadt of a world-renowned and highly successful automotive supplier Qualifications and knowledge: - Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. - 5 years of experience as an Operations Manager or Deputy General Manager, preferably in a tier one or two automotive supplier. - Strong knowledge of business and management principles, including budgeting and strategic planning. - Experience with lean methodologies (5S, Value Stream Management) and continuous improvement practices. - Familiarity with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 standards. - Knowledgeable about safety, quality, productivity, inventory, and related processes. Duties and responsibilities: - Oversee daily plant operations, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. - Plan and direct day-to-day operations to exceed customer expectations. - Increase production capacity while minimizing costs and maintaining quality standards. - Manage logistics and supply chain operations. - Ensure production output, product quality, and on-time shipping. - Allocate resources effectively to optimize results. - Implement strategies aligned with strategic initiatives for clear direction. - Monitor operations and initiate corrective actions as needed. - Build trust within the team, recruit, manage, and develop plant staff. - Collect and analyze data to identify and eliminate waste and overtime. - Commit to safety procedures across the plant. - Develop systems to track productivity, standards, and performance targets for optimal asset return. - Address employee issues and administer collective bargaining agreements. - Stay updated on production management best practices. - Responsible for KPIs, management reports, and continuous improvement in costs, quality, and safety. What we offer - Working in an international team - Exciting customers in the premium segment - Very attractive remuneration Contact infoyida-business.com