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Production Manager (m/f)

STANDEX CROATIA d.o.o.
Apply until: 12/21/2025
Work location: Varaždin, Gornje Vratno

Job description

Standex Electronics / Standex Croatia d.o.o., part of the global Standex Corporation, is seeking a Production Manager to lead and oversee day-to-day production across transformer and customer-specific product lines. The role ensures execution of production plans, process discipline, quality, workforce supervision, and compliance with safety and environmental requirements. The Production Manager plays a key role in supporting operational efficiency and meeting delivery targets. Role Responsibilities - Manage daily production activities, monitor KPIs, and ensure workflow efficiency and schedule adherence. - Coordinate production planning and execution to meet delivery requirements. - Maintain compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards and internal quality procedures. - Enforce EHS and safety requirements on the shopfloor and support safety audits. - Supervise production supervisors, shift leaders, and shopfloor teams; allocate workforce and coordinate shifts. - Implement Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize productivity and reduce costs. - Collaborate with Quality and Maintenance teams to ensure process discipline, equipment reliability, and high product quality.
Job typePermanent

Required education, knowledge and skills

- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Industrial Management, or related field. - Preferred: Master’s degree or certifications in Production/Operations Management. - Minimum 9 years of experience in a manufacturing setup, preferably in electrical or lighting equipment. - Proven track record in managing production teams and achieving output targets. - Experience with ISO standards and compliance audits. - Familiarity with automation and modern manufacturing technologies. - Strong leadership and team management skills. - Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities. - Proficiency in production planning tools and ERP systems. - Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.
Required educationMaster's degree, Bachelor's degree, Professional Bachelor (of), Master's degree, Specialist of, Bachelor's degree
Minimum years of work experience9

Employment benefits

What We Offer - A key operational role in a newly developing manufacturing site, with direct influence on setting up production processes, standards, and operational routines from the ground up. - Opportunity to build a stable, scalable production environment and actively shape the future structure of the Croatian plant. - A structured corporate framework combined with real autonomy in establishing local production practices and driving operational discipline. - Competitive compensation package aligned with the responsibilities and developmental nature of the role. - Professional development through technical trainings, Lean/CI programs, and leadership development initiatives within the global organization. - Exposure to international best practices in manufacturing, with the ability to implement modern operational standards in a greenfield/early-stage environment. - Supportive company culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement, with strong emphasis on building a safe and efficient workplace from day one. At Standex Croatia, we offer the opportunity to be part of a forward-looking team in the early stages of developing our manufacturing facility. By joining from the very beginning, you will have a real impact on setting standards, organizing workflows, and shaping the culture of the production site. This is a unique opportunity for professional growth and development within a stable international environment. Note: Standex Croatia is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of gender, age, nationality, religion, or disability. All candidate data will be processed in accordance with GDPR and used solely for recruitment and employment purposes. If you do not wish for your data to be processed or stored for recruitment purposes, you may request its deletion by sending a notification to: imladenovic@standexelectronics.com.
STANDEX CROATIA d.o.o.
STANDEX CROATIA d.o.o.
https://standex.com/Trg žrtava fašizma 6, 10000 Zagreb
Published on12/1/2025

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