Head of Lean & Production Management (m/w/d)
Join us to apply for the Head of Lean & Production Management (m/w/d) role at Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller.
Position Details
Location: Aretsried (near Augsburg) | Department: Production | Level: Experienced Professionals | Job ID: 95438
Responsibilities
* Lead the group-wide Group Production Engineering, overseeing Industrial Performance and Production Management with a team of eight.
* Manage governance of our Müller Production System and support operational excellence initiatives across divisions.
* Optimize processes, systems, and methods using Lean principles; establish standards and track results.
* Lead projects to enhance operational performance, quality, and efficiency, fostering continuous improvement culture.
* Manage cross-functional investment and organizational projects, responsible for goals, budgets, and timelines.
* Develop and implement solutions for production challenges and evaluate potential savings.
Qualifications
* Engineering background with extensive experience as Plant Manager or Production Manager, preferably in dairy or food industry.
* Proficient in Lean management tools like Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Six Sigma.
* Well-versed with dairy and food production technologies and challenges.
* Team player with high initiative, analytical skills, and strong communication and presentation abilities.
* Excellent German and English language skills, both written and spoken.
* Willingness to travel regularly within Germany, UK, and Poland.
What We Offer
* Flexible working hours and locations.
* Retirement plans and health management benefits.
* Employee referral bonus of €1,500.
* Varied dining options in our cafeterias.
* Unique perks like vacation at our Müller hut, free product refrigerators, and discounted brand products.
Important Note
A valid work permit for Germany is required for non-EU applicants. Applications without a valid permit or sufficient German language skills may not be considered.
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