Head of Optical Manufacturing | Fertigungsleiter Optik (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This role is for a dedicated Head of Optical Manufacturing, responsible for leading the optical production department from initial concept through to series-ready production. Day-to-day tasks involve ensuring adherence to schedule, cost, and quality targets, while maintaining technical and economic requirements for the manufacturing processes. A key focus is the disciplinary and technical leadership of personnel, including staff development and promoting knowledge transfer between production sites, often applying Lean Management principles for process optimization. The successful candidate must possess a university degree related to technical optics and several years of professional experience in optical manufacturing. This position is attractive due to the opportunity to take on significant responsibility, utilize flexible working arrangements, and contribute actively to innovation within a supportive environment that values professional growth and offers an unlimited employment contract.