What you’ll do:

In this role, you will design & establish a new green field manufacturing facility from the ground up. Accountable for designing production lines, Industry 4.0 integration, and defining required capabilities and talent, whilst delivering on business case cost and benefit commitments.

This is a leadership position for a dynamic professional with entrepreneurial drive, who can build a world-class, sustainable manufacturing location.

Program Leadership

• Manage the Program Lifecycle from design through launch while achieving business case financials of the STP Program
• Lead and guide cross-functional team to drive accountability and performance established for technical, and manufacturing readiness levels at start of production.
• Develop and execute comprehensive project management plans that deliver on scope, schedule, and financial commitments. Guide teams from project initiation through planning, executing, monitoring, and closure.

Plant & Operations Design Leadership

• Establish, lead, (and manage) a new manufacturing plant and associated facilities.
• Oversee the deployment and ramp-up of (automated) production lines
• Ensure planned plant operations meet production, cost, quality, and delivery objectives.

Industry 4.0 & Technology Design Leadership

• Drive the implementation of Industry 4.0 standards, systems, and technologies to optimize efficiency and digital transformation.
• Develop smart manufacturing processes leveraging automation, AI/ML, IoT, and data analytics.
• Design for a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing.

Team & Organization Design

• Design plant organization and leadership team
• Design capability requirements.
• Define roles, performance expectations, and prepare for a high-performance culture.

EHS & Quality

• Ensure the highest standards of Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) in line with global and local regulations.Drive a culture of “Choose Zero” and continuous improvement in EHS performance.
• Ensure adherence to quality systems, certifications, and customer requirements.

Business & Stakeholder Management

• Define and manage budgets and operational costs.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership, corporate functions, and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing/operations or combination of Program Management with Operations or Engineering etc.

Skills:

• Experience in managing and leading complex, EMEA projects through complete cycle as a Program Manager. Experience with design of green field operations strongly preferred
• Proven experience in Manufacturing Program Management
• Strong technical expertise in Industry 4.0, automation, MES, smart factory solutions
• Strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and project management skills
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and change leadership capabilities
• Proficient in Program and Project Management methodologies processes and tools
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong execution focus
• Visionary leadership and ability to design operations sustainably
• Data-driven decision making and digital fluency
• Collaboration, resilience, and results orientation

What we can offer to you:

• Contract in fast growing global company
• Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
• Great promotional opportunities - We encourage internal promotion, whenever possible
• Excellent working environment - safety and ethic are really important for us

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Eaton provides a competitive total rewards package based on applicable skills, knowledge and experience, and aligned with internal and external market practices.
Slovakia - Gross annual salary range EUR 73100 – EUR 107250