Factory Manager - Insulation Components (Laminates)

About the role

HITACHI ENERGY is looking for a Factory Manager for its Klingnau facility, which acts as a competence center for high-precision composite processing. The role covers 80–100% of the position and sits in a flat-hierarchy team with short decision paths. The manager oversees manufacturing operations and leads the factory from customer enquiries through production and delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Manage overall manufacturing operations, including staff
• Lead a zero-accident, safety-first culture and ensure full compliance with HSE regulations (license to operate)
• Ensure operational targets are met: operating cash flow, project delivery on time and within budget, customer on-time delivery (COTD) and cost reduction
• Monitor and control the factory's financial budget and financial targets
• Integrate new technologies and innovations into production and encourage a forward-looking mindset in the team
• Establish quality assurance programs, set quality targets and benchmark processes
• Drive continuous improvement to boost productivity, safety, quality, delivery and cost
• Maintain strong relationships with key customers and act on customer feedback

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, business administration or a related field
• 10 years of experience in manufacturing management
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control and safety standards
• Proven ability to lead teams, mentor and develop team members, and implement training programs
• Fluent spoken and written German and English