Shift Operations Manager

Key responsibilities:

• Lead manufacturing strategies to achieve plant KPIs (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Productivity).
• Identify and eliminate losses and waste using data analysis and continuous improvement tools (SIS, root cause analysis, 5 Whys).
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a strong safety culture.
• Optimize production flow by eliminating bottlenecks and ensuring continuity of operations.
• Drive quality performance through implementation of QA systems, standards, and corrective actions.
• Manage cost deployment initiatives to reduce manufacturing expenses and improve efficiency.
• Develop and coach teams, strengthening technical and leadership capabilities.
• Ensure high employee engagement in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee proper implementation of maintenance strategies to maximize equipment efficiency (OEE).
• Collaborate cross-functionally (Engineering, Quality, HR, Finance, Supply Chain) to achieve operational goals.
• Support environmental initiatives and compliance with ISO systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 50001, etc.).

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of production systems, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis.
• Experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Intermediate English level (able to maintain conversations).
• Strong leadership, communication, and results orientation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in automotive industry.
• Master's degree in Productivity, Operations, or related field.
• Experience with World Class Manufacturing / SIS methodology.
• Knowledge of systems such as Microsoft Office, CATIA, AMPS, KPT, and manufacturing tools.
• Strong background in cost deployment, quality systems, and lean manufacturing.
• Proven experience developing high-performance teams and driving engagement initiatives.