Department Manager Tool and Die Manufacturing

For our client from the Schaffhausen region, we are looking for a Department Manager (m/f/d) Tool and Die Manufacturing.

Our client is one of the world's leading manufacturers of injection molds for medical, pharmaceutical and laboratory applications as well as thin-wall packaging. Through the linked expertise of traditional craftsmanship and state-of-the-art high technology, innovative solutions are created - from product development to series production.

Your tasks:

• Technical and personnel leadership of the Tool and Die Manufacturing department (approx. 15 employees)
• Responsibility for the areas of turning, grinding and EDM
• Planning, control and monitoring of all manufacturing processes
• Ensuring quality, adherence to deadlines and economic efficiency in production
• Continuous optimization of manufacturing workflows, processes and resources
• Analysis of deviations as well as initiation and implementation of improvement measures
• Close cooperation with design, production planning (AVOR), manufacturing management and other departments
• Participation in scheduling, manufacturing and design meetings
• Promotion and introduction of new manufacturing and production technologies
• Planning and implementation of investments in machinery, equipment and infrastructure
• Responsibility for maintenance, upkeep and further development of the infrastructure
• Coordination and support of external suppliers, service partners and tradespeople
• Ensuring compliance with quality, safety and company guidelines

Your profile:

• Several years of professional experience in subtractive manufacturing, ideally in tool or die making as well as in high-precision machining processes
• Completed technical further education
• Initial leadership experience or motivation to take on a position with personnel responsibility
• Ideal age between 30 and 50 years
• Analytical and networked thinking skills as well as a structured and solution-oriented way of working
• Sound understanding of manufacturing processes, production workflows and process optimizations
• Practical experience in the areas of turning, grinding and/or EDM is an advantage, but not a mandatory requirement
• Team-oriented personality with a sense of responsibility and strong communication skills

What is offered:

• Responsible and varied leadership position in die making
• Short decision-making paths and flat hierarchies in a family-like environment
• Collegial, motivated team with an appreciative corporate culture
• Modern infrastructure as well as machinery and work equipment at the latest state of the art
• Openness to new technologies, innovations and continuous improvements
• Scope for design to actively further develop processes and manufacturing technologies
• Structured and personal induction by the previous job holder

If you are looking for a challenging position in a dynamic environment and meet the stated requirements, we look forward to receiving your application.

Please send your complete documents to the attention of Mr. Giovanni Porfido.

We thank you for your interest and look forward to getting to know you.

• Permanent position
• Full Time
• 8200 Schaffhausen
• Published 1 day ago