Your ResponsibilitiesDrive Strategy and Culture Implementation: Translate the PALFINGER Group vision, strategy, and core values into tangible local initiatives and projects. Foster a culture of empowerment, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the plantOptimize Plant Operations: Ensure efficient end-to-end order fulfillment - from goods receipt to shipment—meeting defined targets in cost, quality, and delivery. Establish and maintain LEAN processes and a strong shop floor management systemLead Prototyping Execution: Oversee the delivery of assembly prototypes from mock-up to near-series level and support process industrialization during product development. Ensure smooth series ramp-up in collaboration with target plantsDevelop People and Teams: Build, coach, and mentor the plant's leadership team. Encourage continual professional development and foster an environment that attracts and retains talent through effective employer brandingEnsure Compliance & Safety: Uphold occupational health and safety standards, manage environmental and sustainability initiatives, and ensure compliance with internal and external auditsYour QualificationsCompleted higher technical education (university or technical college) and 10+ years of professional experience in operations and/or prototyping managementProven experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams and fostering an outcome-driven performance cultureStrong understanding of assembly and testing processes, including systems engineering and DFx methodologiesComprehensive expertise in LEAN production systems, cost management, and key operational KPIsHigh proficiency in IT and digital tools (MS Office, SAP S4 Hana, Siemens Teamcenter, collaboration and project management tools) combined with excellent communication and organizational skillsWhat We OfferFlexible working hours with no core time and possibility to work from homeFurther training and international career opportunitiesCorporate health management "PALfit"Company restaurant with freshly prepared meals and daily meal subsidyJob ticket for travel to and from PALFINGERNumerous employee discounts through Corporate BenefitsMinimum yearly gross salary according to Austrian metal industry collective agreement isEUR 66.740,94based on full-time employment. According to experience and qualification, we offer a market-conform overpayment.Are you interested in the position and still have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.