Manufacturing Project Leader

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

The role of Manufacturing Project Leader is based in our Exterior & Lighting Business Group in Lozorno, Slovakia.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and industrialization of new automotive projects
• Define manufacturing scope and deliverables based on Optimap work packages
• Manage the full manufacturing budget, including labor and investment costs
• Apply HSE, ergonomics and design-for-manufacturing standards in all solutions
• Participate in process FMEA and design equipment and processes accordingly
• Plan and execute equipment trials ensuring KPI convergence (cycle time, scrap, quality, manpower)
• Manage CAPEX and ensure correct financial tracking
• Prepare phase reviews and launch readiness for Program, Launch and Plant Management
• Design industrial project scenarios, including physical and information flows
• Drive problem‑solving using IES methodology and ensure best practices are shared and deployed

Requirements:

• University degree in engineering (mechanical specialization preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive plastics / product development / production / assembly / paint / supply chain / packaging
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and industrialization
• Advanced English; German language is an advantage
• Proven leadership and communication skills
• Strong capability to work cross‑functionally with plants, customers and suppliers
• Experience with PPAP, engineering changes, validation plans and industrial KPIs
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and process optimization
• Ability to manage budgets, investments and timelines
• Willingness to travel internationally

Benefits:

• Career development – opportunities for growth within the division or at the group level
• Contribution to the third pension pillar
• Professional training and language courses
• Referral bonus, rewards for improvement ideas, anniversary bonuses
• Social Fund contributions, support for life events (wedding, childbirth)
• Subsidized meals in the company canteenOption to work from home
• Flexible working hours

As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.

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