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Shape the future of our production actively!
At Covestro we drive innovation and sustainability forward and You can be an important part of it! As Transformation Manager (m/f/d) OPEX and Digitalisation You actively shape the change in our world-scale operations and become the architect of our digital production this exciting position as a member of the operations management team You develop innovative solutions at the interface between people technology data and software. Your ideas and commitment will significantly contribute to taking our operational excellence to the next level through data-driven improvements.
In addition to our diverse benefits a full-time position offers you an attractive starting salary ranging from 104800 to 127100 per year plus a variable component. Your starting salary will be determined based on your qualifications and professional experience.
You integrate improvement approaches from the current OPEX operational analysis and from ongoing projects such as MES and SAP S/4HANA migration with new IT approaches like AI and digital maintenance
From this You develop a digital OPEX roadmap for the site focusing on production process support
As a change driver You significantly shape the transformation process through targeted information communication and leadership
You create the foundation for data-driven process control and decision-making in the production area
Together with the team You develop operational performance management towards a culture of continuous improvement in the areas of availability yield and efficiency
You support the production areas in applying Operational Excellence methods such as Lean Six Sigma
You represent site interests in cross-functional digitalization projects and committees and actively drive the harmonization of the digital process landscape in exchange with other sites
You have a bachelors degree in IT engineering or natural sciences with a strong operational focus or comparable qualification (masters degree or MBA is an advantage)
You have relevant knowledge in operations in a management and leadership role ideally with both production and technical perspectives
You bring solid experience in OPEX tools such as the implementation of MES systems and operational digitalization as well as expertise in operating production-related IT (network structures application concepts and database systems) and experience with Industry 4.0 technologies / connected systems
You have practical knowledge and experience in designing and implementing significant change processes in production environments (change management)
Motivating people and driving change are among Your excellent abilities and strengths
Proven project management skills and experience in site-wide collaboration distinguish You
Fluent German and English skills complete Your profile
This position is generally offered as full-time. Would You like to work part-time Feel free to apply in this case as well indicating Your desired percentage.
For initial questions Chris Rziha () is happy to assist you. Please do not use this email address to send Your application or resume. To apply please click on the Apply button. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Please note that successful candidate for this position will be subject to Pre-Employment Screening. Final candidates for such a position will be proactively contacted for submitting their written consent at a later stage in our recruiting process.
Perfection Not required!
The requirements are not met 100% but you are still interested in the position Are you curious courageous and colorful as we are No problem!
Well tackle this together - as a team! With proper onboarding and tailored development opportunities.
Apply now!
We look forward to receiving your application including your salary expectation and your notice period! Become #1ofUs!
Anyone who wants to contribute to a better world with Covestro can also expect a lot.
We want you to feel at home at Covestro. To feel youre treated fairly and transparently. That means financial security a healthy work-life balance and generous benefits.
Specifically it means for us: flexible working hours the compatibility of family and work active health promotion and the ability to convert part of your salary into long-term or retirement savings. And thats not all.
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Covestro welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of racial or ethnic origin skin color nationality religion philosophy gender age physical characteristics marital status disability appearance sexual orientation and sexual identity. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
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Manager