Project Manager – Production Modernization

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead end‑to‑end execution of modernization projects, focusing on operational efficiency, process optimisation and continuous improvement across our production lines.

Key responsibilities

• Identify improvement needs for machinery and equipment, conduct feasibility studies and prepare technical specifications.
• Manage supplier communication, evaluate proposals and lead installation, commissioning and performance monitoring of new machinery.
• Define project scope, schedule, budget and risk, coordinate internal teams and external partners, and track corrective and preventive actions.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project or production management, with proven track record in machinery investments and industrial projects.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, fluent in English and preferably German.

Required skills

• Lean methodologies and tools such as 5S, Kanban and Six Sigma.
• Project management, budgeting and risk management.
• Supplier negotiation, contract management and technical proposal evaluation.