Head of Manufacturing & Logistics (m/f/d) – 100%

Meisterschwanden, Zwitserland



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We are a globally active, modern family-owned SME in packaging technology based in Meisterschwanden (AG) and offer customized complete solutions for end-of-line packaging and transport security.

We develop, manufacture and distribute high-quality packaging machines and systems. Commitment, quality, personal responsibility and fun at work are part of our everyday life.

Your tasks

  • Management, planning, supervision, and organization of the entire production and production logistics
  • Technical and personnel leadership, support, and targeted development of your team
  • Initiation and implementation of lean measures for the continuous improvement of quality, productivity, lead times, and waste reduction
  • Close coordination with design, electrical & electronics (E&E), and other departments to ensure the successful execution of project orders
  • Development and maintenance of a meaningful KPI system (including monthly BFT reporting) for continuous control and optimization
  • Ensuring a lean, flexible, and reliable supply chain in close collaboration with purchasing, production, and sales
  • Responsibility for efficient, on-time, and cost-optimized spare parts logistics
  • Ongoing optimization of spare parts inventory management
  • Ensuring timely material supply for production as well as smooth shipping and dispatch processes
  • Support with customs and export-related topics in cooperation with purchasing and the export department

Your expertise

  • Completed technical basic education
  • Further education in engineering and business administration (HF or FH level – equivalent to higher vocational education or university of applied sciences)
  • Several years of experience in production management, particularly in lean, Kaizen, 5S, quality, and resource management
  • Solid expertise in process and project management
  • Experience in Industry 4.0 environments as well as ERP implementations (e.g., rollouts)
  • Broad technical understanding in machinery and plant engineering – especially in automation, pneumatics, electrical engineering, mechanics, and occupational safety
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in a comparable leadership role, ideally in the machinery or plant engineering industry
  • Knowledge of production logistics is an advantage
  • Excellent command of German (spoken and written), good knowledge of English; additional languages are a plus
  • Proficient in IT applications (MS Office, ERP systems, CRM)

Your Leadership and Soft Skills

  • Proven leadership experience managing larger teams with strategic responsibility
  • Strong role model with experience in handling complex and crisis situations
  • High level of execution strength, resilience, and the ability to perform under pressure
  • Strong team orientation and the ability to empower and develop employees
  • Confidence, clear communication, and decisiveness in challenging situations

Entry

  • Immediately or by arrangement

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We as an employer


Our corporate values are based on quality, innovation, sustainability and customer proximity - together we develop high-quality, environmentally friendly packaging solutions and offer customised services.


We encourage creativity and individual growth in an inspiring environment. We offer prospects, provide opportunities for personal development and invest in the further training of our employees. We are convinced that our employees are the key to our sustainable success.

Your benefits:

  • Progressive employment conditions
  • Flexible and hybrid working models
  • Home office option for up to 40% of contractual working hours
  • Digital working methods and modern infrastructure with ergonomic workstations
  • Free parking spaces, good accessibility by car and public transport
  • You culture in an innovative family business with flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths
  • Various company events throughout the year
  • We listen and promote the continuous improvement process
  • Development opportunities and further training are actively supported
  • Healthy catering with our FELFEL fridge and free water in our beautiful cafeteria

Have we piqued your interest?


Then we look forward to receiving your application!

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