• An experienced manufacturing leader with proven results and the ability to lead people and drive change.
• You have 12+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment and demonstrable experience leading teams. Experience managing managers (5+ years preferred) is important for this role.
• You can combine long-term strategic thinking with day-to-day operational management and drive things to concrete results.
• You make decisions based on data and understand KPIs, budgets, productivity, costs, and resource utilization.
• You have experience in at least some areas such as manufacturing, planning, quality, logistics, supply chain, or continuous improvement.
• You can lead people through change, set priorities, and earn the respect of your team.
• It comes naturally to you to be a visible leader on the shop floor, communicating not just with managers but with people at individual workstations.
• You can explain complex things simply and clearly, and can translate your requirements into language that everyone on the shop floor understands.
• Czech fluency at a very high level is essential – we need someone who can communicate effectively across the entire organization, right down to shop floor workers.
• You have a minimum C1 level of English, as you will communicate regularly with international teams and partners.
• You have a university degree, ideally in a technical or economic field; relevant experience can be an adequate substitute.
• An advantage is experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence methodologies.
• Safety, responsibility, and ethical conduct are a natural part of your leadership approach.