Production Manager

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets. ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 39,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.4 billion euros (2024), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT This role is central to driving operational excellence and cultivating a culture grounded in safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and have direct oversight of department managers and production operators. We're looking for a leader who thrives in a high-performance environment and is passionate about empowering teams and improving processes through Lean manufacturing practices. Lead and coordinate plant operations to achieve goals in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement. Drive performance metrics aligned with corporate and regional KPIs. Champion Continuous Improvement using tools such as 5S, Standard Work, TPM, Heijunka, Visual Management, and others. Collaborate with departments including HR, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance to ensure timely execution of objectives. Follow up on action items, and drive plant-wide accountability. Facilitate implementation of new processes, materials, and cost-reduction