Not specified; likely on-site based on the nature of the role.
Leadership of production area with operational p&l responsibility
Expertise in lean management and kvp methodologies
Strong understanding of assembly processes and material flows
Carl Zeiss Pty Ltd is seeking a Leiter Operations/Produktion for its light microscopy production facility in Jena, Germany. The role focuses on operational leadership, process optimization, and quality assurance while fostering employee development and collaboration within an international production network
Job Summary
This role involves the operational leadership of the manufacturing department at the Jena site, ensuring stable and efficient production of high-quality light microscopes.
The successful candidate will act as a strategic partner to production management, optimizing costs, delivery performance, and process quality through Lean Management methods.
Key responsibilities include leading and developing employees, managing supply chain coordination, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the global production network.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
Carl Zeiss Pty Ltd is seeking a Leiter Operations/Produktion for its light microscopy production facility in Jena, Germany. The role focuses on operational leadership, process optimization, and quality assurance while fostering employee development and collaboration within an international production network.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Leadership of production area with operational P&L responsibility
Expertise in Lean Management and KVP methodologies
Strong understanding of assembly processes and material flows
Experience in cost optimization and productivity analysis
Ability to ensure quality under cost and time pressure
Nice-to-have
Hands-on mentality and strong implementation drive
International collaboration experience in global production networks
Proactive problem-solving skills for bottleneck management
Fluency in German and good English communication skills
Key Requirements
Completed technical degree (e.g., Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering)
Proven experience leading a production or manufacturing area
Excellent German language skills required
Good English language skills for international cooperation