Team Leader Manufacturing Technologies

About the role

VAT, a Swiss supplier of high-performance vacuum valves with headquarters in Haag, St. Gallen, is looking for a Team Leader Manufacturing Technologies for its Materials and Manufacturing Technology Department within Corporate Research & Development. The role acts as a central link between market demands, operations and technology development, leading a multidisciplinary team covering welding, cleaning and high purity, bellows manufacturing and additive manufacturing.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and lead a global, cross-functional team of specialists, including recruiting, training, coaching and capacity planning
• Support and drive the development of the technology portfolio and roadmap
• Identify, develop and implement manufacturing and machining methods in line with product and industry roadmaps
• Optimise current manufacturing chains in-house and at suppliers
• Translate customer needs into technical and technological specifications
• Manage the R&D project portfolio according to innovation processes and ensure scalability and robustness of solutions
• Consult product development, product management, sourcing, quality and operations on technology topics
• Build and strengthen the network with customers, suppliers and research institutes, and train other departments in relevant technology topics

Required profile

• Engineering degree (PhD or MSc) in manufacturing technologies, mechanical engineering, materials science, physics or a related field
• At least 5 years of professional experience in an international environment, preferably in milling (especially aluminium), additive manufacturing, welding, materials science or high-purity cleaning; basic knowledge of the others is beneficial
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and developing manufacturing technologies in a high-tech environment
• People-centred leadership, analytical and systematic approach, problem-solving skills and willingness to travel up to 20%

Required skills

• Strong English and German
• Beneficial: knowledge of vacuum, vacuum applications and the semiconductor industry