Master Craftsman SMEFA Manufacturing (mfd)

Everyones talking about sustainable energy - were getting it on track.

We are a company with probably the most experienced employees in our technology field in the world. As a joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group AB we are responsible for all activities along the entire value chain for fuel cell systems: from research and development to production and marketing for use in trucks and other applications outside vehicles. The goal is to establish cellcentric as a leading global manufacturer of fuel cells contributing to climate-neutral and sustainable transportation.

For the complete SMEFA manufacturing process from ink and slurry preparation through coating and drying to the finished SMEFA product (catalyst-coated membrane with integrated gasket/seal) we are looking for an experienced Production Supervisor / Master Craftsman.

Location: Esslingen-Pliensauvorstadt

Key Responsibilities

• Technical and disciplinary leadership of the production team responsible for SMEFA manufacturing.
• Ensuring a stable safe and quality-compliant production process across the entire value chain including ink/slurry preparation dispersion coating drying transfer cutting CCM production and gasket application.
• Maintaining and contributing to the development of formulations process parameters and testing specifications in collaboration with Engineering and Quality departments.
• Ensuring in-process controls product quality and complete traceability throughout the manufacturing process.
• Proper handling of sensitive materials and compliance with hazardous substance regulations environmental requirements and cleanliness standards.
• Workforce planning onboarding training and qualification of employees.
• Coordination of materials and consumables machine setup activities and build sequencing.
• Supporting industrialization activities including process stabilization trial builds and production ramp-up during the development phase.
• Managing deviations and escalation processes conducting root cause analyses and driving continuous improvement (CIP/Kaizen).
• Coordinating maintenance and servicing activities for production equipment.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Completed advanced qualification as an Industrial Master Craftsman (Industriemeister) or State-Certified Technician ideally specializing in Chemistry Plastics Technology or Process Engineering or a comparable qualification.
• Several years of experience in manufacturing preferably in chemical production coating technologies or process engineering.
• Proven experience in leading and managing employees within a production environment.
• Strong understanding of process parameters and in-process quality assurance.
• Experience in handling hazardous materials and working within cleanliness-controlled environments is advantageous.
• Proficiency in MES/ERP systems and manufacturing documentation.
• Structured and quality-oriented working style hands-on mentality and enthusiasm for building and developing new operations.
• Willingness to work occasional shifts.
• Excellent German language skills; English proficiency is an advantage.

Benefits:

• We offer you interesting autonomous and varied activities with corresponding development prospects in a traditional company with a start-up mentality in one of the top future industries.
• You will receive a very attractive compensation package.
• With us you can arrange your working hours flexibly work remotely and work up to 20 days a year from other EU countries.
• We offer you at least 30 days of vacation per year.
• You will benefit from an attractive compensation and benefits package including a company pension scheme private and occupational accident insurance and capital-forming benefits.
• We support the compatibility of work and family life through flexible working models including parental leave and part-time opportunities.
• Our comprehensive health management supports your fitness and well-being from bike leasing offer to voluntary health check-ups by our company doctor directly at our locations.
• Our restaurant provides you with soul food at a discounted price.
• You will be challenged - but also supported by a wide range of training and development opportunities.
• On top we offer you exclusive leasing and purchase conditions for Mercedes-Benz cars.

Additional information:

If your heart beats for fuel cells and you are looking for exciting challenges in the field of sustainable and climate-neutral mobility we look forward to receiving your informative application documents.

Please apply online only and enclose your CV a cover letter and certificates.

We are particularly pleased to receive applications from severely disabled persons and persons with disabilities of equal status.

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