Herzogenbuchsee
Head of Production, Member of the Executive Board (m/f)
- 21 September 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Native language)
About the job
Since 1956, BATOR has been developing, producing and installing gate systems of the highest quality and offering customers professional service throughout the entire lifecycle. BATOR gate systems, manufactured in Switzerland, set accents in production halls, protect artworks in museums, allow fire brigades and ambulances to respond quickly, serve as perimeter protection for prisons and even protect against avalanches and hurricanes worldwide.
BATOR is part of TORMAX, a globally leading manufacturer of door and gate systems, known for technologically advanced, reliable and innovative solutions. TORMAX is a division of the LANDERT Group, a privately held corporate group headquartered in Switzerland. It employs over 1000 staff and is divided into two divisions: SERVAX (customised electric motors) and TORMAX (door and gate systems).
BATOR is looking for an entrepreneurial and structured working
Head of Production, Member of the Executive Board (m/f)
Your tasks
- Budget responsibility for production including metalworking, assembly lines for gate leaves and drives, control cabinet construction as well as logistics/warehousing
- Responsibility for staff management
- Ensuring timely, cost-effective and high-quality manufacturing
- Planning, organising and monitoring production processes including capacity planning and quality assurance
- Responsibility for warehousing and logistics processes
- Optimising production processes with a focus on lean management and automation to reduce costs and throughput times
- Collaboration in the development of new products regarding production suitability
- Maintenance of operating equipment
- Ensuring occupational safety, health protection and compliance with environmental regulations
- Operational assistance in day-to-day business
Your qualifications
- Completed training in metal construction, further training as a master metalworker or similar
- Additional business management training is an advantage
- Several years of leadership experience in production management, ideally in the metal construction industry
- Structured, precise and efficient working style
- Hands-on mentality and willingness to get involved personally
- Strong initiative, team spirit as well as communication and leadership skills
- Enjoyment and pride in high-quality products
- Proficient user knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems
- Native German speaker, English and/or French skills are an advantage
Our offer
- A varied and challenging area of responsibility with development potential
- Flexible and collegial cooperation within the management team
- Modern employment conditions and social benefits
- Conveniently accessible by public transport as well as free parking spaces
Shall we make a difference together? Then we look forward to receiving your complete online application.
Offers from employment agencies will not be considered.