Department Lead Operations & Production (m/f/d)

• Production delivery: Oversee daily production operations and ensure the reliable consistent and traceable delivery of high-quality products that fulfil quality and performance requirements.
• ProductionStrategy:Buildand implementproductionstrategy that bridges long-termoptimization of volume and costs withtechnicalrealities and day-to-day execution.
• Team Development & Leadership:Mentor develop and lead the plantoperationalteam;through structured training knowledge-sharing and hands-on guidance drawn from your experience.
• SystemsArchitect:Driveshort-term plant optimizations and enhancementsand develop theblueprint for theplant of the future.
• Bottleneck Identification & Foresight: Proactivelyanticipateoperational bottlenecks and structural weaknesses. Guide the team in troubleshooting frameworks risk management and resolution strategies.
• Continuous Improvement: Establish the tools and systems ( ERPMRP)and mindset for continuous improvement including throughreal-time data capture KPI tracking workflow automationplant process controllean production principlesand systemic performance management.
• Financial Controlling: Own and manage the operational budget. Evaluate investment vs. return for resourcing capital projectsand CAPEX sourcing and system upgrades. Provide financial discipline and cost awareness.
• Cross-Functional Integration: Align operational needs withthose of engineering R&D product business and finance. Translate technical commercial and innovation roadmaps into operationalreadinessincluding where plant upgrades and commissioning are required.
• Qualityand HSE: Partner with Quality to ensure alignment with qualityand HSEstandards andrequirements and to ensurecontinuous readiness for certificationand plant audits. Contribute tothequalitystrategy andsystemsand provide input asrequired.
• External Representation: Act as the face of Production in strategic settings from investor updates to customer tours. Ensure the operational story is clearly articulated reliable and inspiring.

• 7 years in operations or manufacturing with at least 5 years in leadership roles ideally in early-stage or growth-phase environments
• Degree in mechanical/process engineering or related technical discipline
• Demonstrated success scaling industrial production from pilot to full commercial execution
• Strong grasp of systems thinking lean operations and process engineering
• Proven mentorship and leadership development capability within operational teams
• Track recordof budget responsibility and cost optimization in production environments
• Highly proficient in KPI design dashboarding and operational analytics
• Excellent communication and cross-functionalleadershipskills
• Fluent in English; German a strong plus
• Passion for climate innovation and sustainable industry

• Experience in bio-based materials construction products or the building materials industry
• Familiarity with commissioning and ramping industrial systems
• Knowledge of ERP/MES implementation and digital operations infrastructure
• Process control systems engineering and experience withintegrating systemsPLCs
• Certifications or experience in Lean Six Sigma or TPM frameworks

• Join an international team - work with passionate experts from 16 countries and learn & grow every day
• Flat hierarchiers your ideas matter here make a real impact.
• Feedback & growth regular constructive Feedback & individual development budget to sharpen your skills.
• Share options benefit from our collective success with share options.
• Central office enjoy a vibrant workspace with rooftop terrace and accessible with public transport
• Choice of laptop we have you covered with top gear.
• Unlimited transport free pass for metro trains trams and busses within Germany (Deutschlandticket)
• Fun team events from outings to celebrations enjoy bonding with the team several times throughout the year.
• Flexible working hours work according to your productivity cycles

We warmly welcome applications regardless of gender nationality ethnic and social origin religion ideology disability age sexual orientation and identity. We consciously promote diversity and cooperation within the team and value diversity.

Contact for all position-related questions:Miriam Straub

ecoLocked is a climate tech startup that focuses on carbon removal and innovations in the materials sector. We develop sustainable building materials based on biochar a scalable carbon-negative material. Our goal is to enable the transition to a green construction sector and turn buildings into true carbon sinks and ultimately enable apositive climate impact in the range of gigatons!

We strive for a nurturing inclusive and motivating work environment where each team member is enabled to grow and can directly contribute to ecoLockeds growth trajectory. Together our vision is to grow a world class leading climate tech company that delivers long-lasting positive climate impact for our society and planet!