Factory Manager Transformers (f/m/d)

The opportunity

As a Factory Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our Brilon manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient production processes, quality standards, and safety measures. Your leadership will drive operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement, enhancing productivity and maintaining product quality. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve production targets and support the strategic goals of the organization.

How you'll make an impact

• Manage overall manufacturing operations, including staff and the SIOP (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning) process.
• Implement continuous improvement methodologies and lean principles to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Develop programs and metrics to optimize operational performance and working capital.
• Recruit, retain, and develop high-performing teams while establishing a talent pipeline for future leaders.
• Ensure a strong customer focus and uphold high ethical standards in all operations.
• Provide a safe and healthy work environment, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with the ITM (Integrated Transformer Management System) team to integrate lean manufacturing principles into production processes.
• Address challenges: Backfill key positions and provide training and mentoring to leaders. Tackle production hurdles due to machine issues, part shortages, or personnel shortages.

Your background

• University degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in manufacturing management.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety standards.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, drive engagement, and achieve high performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex situations and resolve issues.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members, implementing training and development programs that enhance skills and promote career growth.

More about us

• You will do interesting and enriching work, as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team which is committed to innovation, continuous improvement.
• You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow - we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities.
• We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought.
• Our culture is one of a kind: Come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion and drive to Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us 'the place to be' and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package.

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Client-provided location(s): Brilon, Germany

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-133475

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-20T23:37:47