Operations Manager (f/m/d)

freudenberg· 001054 Capol GmbH
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📍 ElmshornFull time

About this role

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Responsibilities:

  • Organize and coordinate daily production operations

  • Ensure smooth and efficient production processes

  • Prioritize and coordinate ongoing production orders in collaboration with the Planning department

  • Manage and monitor daily workforce allocation and staffing

  • Provide hands-on support in resolving operational challenges and production bottlenecks

  • Provide technical and functional leadership to production and maintenance employees

  • Support employee performance and development discussions

  • Identify and implement process improvements

  • Work closely with the Maintenance and Planning departments

  • Ensure compliance with all GMP, hygiene, and quality requirements

  • Support HACCP, Food Safety, and quality management programs

  • Ensure compliance with all occupational health and safety regulations

  • Support internal and external audits

  • Facilitate communication between Production, Maintenance, and Planning

Qualifications:

  • Completed technical or food technology qualification (or equivalent vocational training)

  • At least 3 years of leadership experience in a shift-based production environment preferred

  • Further qualification as a Master Craftsman (Meister), Technician, or a comparable certification is an advantage

  • Several years of experience in production or operations

  • Experience in the food, pharmaceutical, or process manufacturing industry preferred

  • Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and Food Safety standards

  • Experience working with ERP systems

  • Strong hands-on mentality with a practical, solution-oriented approach

  • Ability to work independently in a structured and organized manner

  • Strong assertiveness, sound decision-making skills, and the ability to drive results

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Capol GmbH

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Operations Manager (f/m/d)
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