Head of Operations Technology 100% (m/f/d)

Head of Operations Technology 100% (m/f/d)

Oswald Nahrungsmittel GmbH is a dynamic and successful company based in the canton of Zug and a subsidiary of the globally active Unilever group. Our passion is the development of excellent products that we distribute throughout Switzerland. Through our own production and the use of the highest quality raw materials, we can guarantee products of the best quality. Our promise is to create elegant and simple enjoyable taste experiences that always succeed. We are proud of our Swiss origin, which stands for premium quality, passion for taste, and excellent service.

If you want to seize the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where creativity, quality, and customer satisfaction are at the center, then you are exactly right with us. Become part of our team and help shape the future of culinary enjoyment with us!

We are looking for an immediate or agreed start date for a

Head of Operations Technology 100% (m/f/d)

Objective of the position:

• Ensuring the mechanical and electrical operational capability of all existing and newly acquired systems and equipment while complying with all legal and operational regulations (including safety, quality, conformity, etc.) 
• Organization and execution of planned and unplanned maintenance on systems and buildings
• Continuous improvement of system and machine efficiencies and cost reduction through the application of appropriate TPM/WCM/6 Sigma techniques and tools
• Planning and execution of new installations and modifications of systems and infrastructures
• Guidance of system operators/team leaders in autonomous maintenance activities (e.g., cleaning, inspection, lubrication)

Main tasks:

• Knowledge and application of applicable legal and operational regulations regarding (machine/system) safety, (food/CE) conformity, quality, hygiene
• Compliance with operational requirements for hygiene, product quality, food safety, occupational safety, and environment
• Creation and implementation of maintenance plans
• Planning and adherence to maintenance and project budgets
• Administration and optimization of technical documentation of machines and systems
• Conducting root cause analyses of breakdowns and malfunctions, with consistent improvement measures
• Further development of production and logistics colleagues in autonomous maintenance
• Organization or execution of required inspections and calibrations (e.g., thermography, safety elements, PT probe)
• Coordination of procurement, installation, and commissioning of new systems and machines
• Execution and management of technical projects
• Supervision of external companies and external specialists
• Approval of electrical installations
• Contact person for electrical safety (ESTI) (operational electrician permit Article 13)
• Management of electrical stock parts

Requirements profile:

• Mandatory training as a technician in the field of mechatronics/automation technology (HF/FH)
• Practical experience in personnel management
• Knowledge and practical experience of continuous improvement techniques based on TPM/WCM/6 Sigma
• Practical experience in project management and execution
• Experience in the food/pharmaceutical industry is an advantage
• Willingness to learn and familiarize yourself with existing and new technologies
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Analytical thinking as well as conscientious and precise working methods
• Organizational skills, high personal responsibility, perseverance, and resilience
• Hands-on mentality (enjoyment of contact with technology and production)
• Good knowledge of MS Office
• Good knowledge of the German language (English is an advantage)
• Programming experience with Siemens S7 PLC, TIA Portal is an advantage

We offer you:

• 40-hour week at 100% workload
• Careful/intensive training in your new area of responsibility
• Varied tasks in an innovative and dynamic team/company

Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you interested in a responsible and exciting position in a lively company? We look forward to your application.

If you have any questions, your Oswald HR team is happy to assist you at Tel. 041 528 41 60 .

Oswald Nahrungsmittel GmbH, Human Resources Department, Hinterbergstrasse 30, 6312 Steinhausen, Internet: www.oswald.ch

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