Technical Manager / Workshop Manager / Production Manager (m/f/d) (Industrial Mechanic, Machining Mechanic, Industrial Electrician, Metalworker or similar)

About the job

High-temperature and refractory technology have been our area of expertise for over 50 years. We advise, procure, produce, and install for companies in plant engineering and for operators of industrial plants both domestically and abroad.

Kapyfract AG is the Swiss market leader in refractory technology: trade, production, and installation.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for a committed, responsible, and solution-oriented individual by agreement as

Technical Manager / Workshop Manager / Production Manager (m/f/d) (Industrial Mechanic, Machining Mechanic, Industrial Electrician, Metalworker or similar)

Workload: 100 %

• Leadership and organisation as well as process optimisation of the workshop
• Technical responsibility and coordination
• Interface between technology, production, sales, and management

Your Main Tasks

Production and Workshop Management

• Responsibility for planning, control, and optimisation of production processes
• Ensuring economical and timely order processing
• Participation in production as well as support with machines and systems

Machines, Technology and Work Preparation

• Setup, operation, and programming of machines (including Alpha Cam)
• Programming and supervision of production systems
• Maintenance, upkeep, and minor repairs of machines and systems
• Evaluation, procurement, and commissioning of new equipment
• Planning and preparation of special tools
• Creation of moulds and templates according to customer requirements
• Creation and adjustment of technical drawings in CAD

Quality Assurance and Process Optimisation

• Control and optimisation of production workflows
• Responsibility for quality assurance and final inspection
• Analysis and rectification of production errors
• Conducting safety instructions in production

Leadership and Staff Training

• Professional and personnel management of workshop employees
• Introduction, training, and support of employees
• Internal technical training and support
• Promotion of an efficient, safe, and quality-conscious working method

Customer Contact and Administration

• Technical support and assistance for the field service
• Telephone and written contact with customers
• Processing, tracking, and invoicing of customer orders
• Responding to technical customer inquiries and advising on professional matters
• Close cooperation with internal sales, production, and external partners

Responsibility

• Ensuring smooth workshop and production operations
• Responsibility for employees, machines, and production processes
• Compliance with quality, deadline, and safety requirements
• Continuous improvement of processes and workflows

Interfaces

• Internal sales
• Sales/field service
• Production
• Warehouse and packaging
• Customers
• Suppliers and external service partners

Your Profile

Professional Requirements

• Technical basic training with appropriate further education, ideally from the metal or wood industry
• Several years of experience in production, work preparation, or technical management
• Good knowledge in CAD, CNC, and production processes
• Knowledge in CNC and control technology (Siemens)
• CAD skills would be desirable
• Experience in machine programming, preferably with Alpha Cam
• Technical understanding as well as experience in maintenance of machines and systems
• Confident handling of MS Office and technical systems

Personal Requirements

• Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style
• Organisational strength as well as entrepreneurial thinking
• Leadership experience and assertiveness
• High quality awareness
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Resilience and flexibility
• Enjoyment of customer contact

We Offer You

• A responsible and varied activity
• Training in high-temperature materials
• Modern infrastructure and a motivated team
• Short decision-making paths and plenty of scope for design
• Contemporary employment conditions
• Long-term prospects in a successful company
• 13th salary / free parking / close to public transport

Your Application

Please send your qualified written application to the following address:

Kapyfract AG
Attn: Mr Bichsel
Diessenhoferstrasse 14A
CH-8252 Schlatt TG

For any questions, please contact Mr Markus Bichsel directly:

Phone: +41 (0)52 647 00 21
or Mobile: +41 (0)78 241 52 61

www.kapyfract.ch