Technology is our passion

We are reliable, dynamic, and passionate about technology. Our teams are a key driving force behind the international automotive industry. We conduct research and develop and manufacture products at 12 locations worldwide. Our more than 3,000 employees have the extensive technical expertise needed to drive innovation for the benefit of our customers. Together with our workforce, we generated more than €450 million in revenue in the most recent financial year.

Our location in Wiggensbach/Allgäu with more than 700 employees is currently looking for a **Global OPEX Manager (m/f/d)**

### What You will Do

- Lead and execute global Operational Excellence initiatives with a strong emphasis on TPM methodologies
- Support manufacturing sites in developing and implementing standardized best practices
- Conduct OPEX assessments, workshops, coaching sessions, and training across all hierarchy levels—from shopfloor to executive leadership
- Act as a change ambassador, ensuring long-term adoption of OPEX methodologies and cultural transformation
- Analyze production performance, identify improvement levers, and ensure measurable results
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in a global environment
- Manage and coordinate international projects with up to 40% travel to global sites in CZ, RO, CN, MX, US

### What We’re Looking For

- University degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or equivalent technical background - Alternatively: completed technical vocational training with further qualification
- Several years of experience in Operational Excellence, Lean/TPM consulting, or continuous improvement roles within manufacturing operations
- Proven experience in the automotive industry (OEM, Tier 1 or Tier 2 preferred)
- Experience in the implementation and training of common lean tools such as 5s, kanban, milk run, leveling etc. is a prerequisite
- Strong background in TPM tools, loss analysis, autonomous and professional maintenance, predictive maintenance and performance improvement
- Certification as a Six Sigma black belt is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with all organizational levels
- Solid experience in Change Management, including leading cross functional teams through transformation processe
- Excellent analytical skills combined with a hands on mentality
- Fluent in English and German

### What We Offer

- Flexible work hours supported by a working time account
- Personalized career paths (expert or leadership) with continuous learning opportunities and a comprehensive training program
- Competitive compensation package, company-sponsored retirement plan, and a wide range of employee perks (e.g. Corporate Benefits)
- Attractive compensation package, company pension scheme, and a wide range of employee benefits (e.g. Corporate Benefits)
- Fast decision-making, flat hierarchies, and a high level of flexibility
- On-site company restaurant with subsidized meals
- Relocation support for job-related moves
- Fun and engaging team events that strengthen connection and team spirit
- Free access to on-site EV charging stations for employees

Swoboda is a family business that’s been growing dynamically for more than 70 years now – in Germany, the Czech Republic, Romania, the US, Mexico, and China. We offer our employees outstanding development opportunities. Our success as a company is made possible by our team spirit, exciting projects, creative freedom, and flat organizational structure.
[www.swoboda.com](http://www.swoboda.com/)

Swoboda Wiggensbach KG · Max-Swoboda-Str. 1 · 87487 Wiggensbach