Head of Manufacturing Engineering

• Manage and coordinate the manufacturing engineering function of the plant/operations unit
• Translate plant/operations unit’s manufacturing engineering strategy into action plans and ensure implementation
• Contribute to strategic and operative planning of the plant/operations unit (e.g. with respect to investments, capacity and headcount planning)
• Ensure the achievement of manufacturing engineering targets according to internal and external customer expectations
• Initiate and control investments for production equipment (e.g. production machines, assembly equipment, automation technology, etc.) and manufacturing engineering equipment (e.g. for software tools, equipment for machine installation/maintenance)
• Initiate and implement continuous improvement activities by applying CBS methods and training measures
• Interface to segment, BU or BA functions in order to gather local manufacturing engineering requirements (e.g. ESH and ergonomics) and demands and other feedback
• Participate in and/or steer global or local manufacturing engineering related and cross-functional projects
• Conduct employee dialogues, personnel development and coaching

• University degree, preferably in production or engineering management, industrial engineering or related discipline
• Professional experience in manufacturing, preferable in two functional areas, e.g. IE, quality, operations, etc.
• Cross functional experience e.g. in maintenance, quality, supply chain or CBS preferred
• Comprehensive experience in rubber and plastic production processes
• Experience in the roll-out of standards and/or strategic projects
• Experience in a leadership position, preferably in in a technical team with functional and disciplinary responsibility for other individuals
• Experience in working with international teams on production topics and understanding of foreign cultures
• Proficient in minimum 2 languages, English is mandatory

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Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for the sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company provides safe, efficient, smart and affordable solutions for vehicles, machinery, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. With its premium portfolio of the division of cars, trucks, buses, two-wheelers and special tires, the Tires sector of the group provides innovative solutions in the area of tire technology. Smart products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialized dealers and fleet managers, the Tires sector offers digital tire monitoring and management systems, in addition to other services, with the objective of guaranteeing the operation of fleets and increasing their efficiency. With the supplied tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.

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