Production Director (m/f/d) Process Industry

Our client is an internationally established industrial group with multiple manufacturing sites across Europe. The local facility is one of the group's most important production locations and operates within a continuous manufacturing environment characterized by high standards of quality, efficiency, and delivery reliability.
The organization is currently undergoing an exciting phase of development. Key priorities include optimizing production processes, developing employees sustainably, standardizing best practices, and strengthening cross-site knowledge transfer. For this critical leadership role, we seek an experienced executive who can combine operational excellence with organizational development.

• Full accountability for multiple production areas within a continuous 24/7 manufacturing environment
• Lead, coach, and further develop approximately 170 employees across multiple management levels
• Ensure productivity, quality, operational safety, and cost efficiency targets are achieved
• Define, implement, and monitor production goals, KPIs, and performance metrics
• Drive improvement initiatives to increase time efficiency, yield performance, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Develop and enhance production organization structures, leadership frameworks, and employee qualification programs
• Establish and standardize internal development and training programs for various manufacturing functions
• Foster a sustainable problem-solving and continuous improvement culture utilizing modern Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Commercial functions
• Support cross-site projects aimed at preserving manufacturing know-how and advancing global production standards
• Manage budgeting, cost control, and capital investment projects
• Prepare management reports and decision-making materials for executive leadership and corporate management