Production Supervisor

Req  | Kreuztal, Germany, ZF Friedrichshafen AG

Are you ready to take responsibility, develop people, and actively drive production processes forward? Then join our production leadership team and help shape the future of our site.

• Lead, manage, and further develop your team both professionally and disciplinarily
• Ensure the timely execution of the production program through the optimal use of personnel, equipment, and resources
• Take responsibility for compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and energy requirements
• Manage and continuously optimize production workflows, KPIs, and processes in line with Lean Management and Continuous Improvement (CIP) principles
• Conduct team meetings, training sessions, employee reviews, and development discussions
• Support production planning and assist the Production Manager in day-to-day operations
• Contribute to the introduction of new projects through to successful serial production and collaborate closely with the Quality, Maintenance, and Logistics departments

• Further qualification as an Industrial Foreman, Mechanical Engineering Technician, or a comparable technical qualification
• Several years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Willingness to work in a 3-shift operation and provide shift-related leadership support
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP
• Strong communication skills, teamwork orientation, and assertiveness
• Experience in the automotive supplier industry and knowledge of serial production processes are advantageous

You are a committed leader with a hands-on mentality and a strong technical understanding. With your excellent communication skills, sense of responsibility, and focus on continuous improvement, you motivate your team and actively drive change while achieving sustainable results.