Operations Manager (m/f/d) 100% Istighofen TG

02 March 2026
100%
Istighofen

Job summary

Join Zürcher Ziegeleien as a Betriebsleiter (m/w/d) 100%! Enjoy a dynamic work environment with great team spirit.

Tasks

Lead and organize the Istighofen plant with 50 staff and 3 production lines.
Oversee annual depot build-up and manage clay and sand pits.
Enhance team development and ensure company culture implementation.

Skills

Technical education and FH-level training in relevant fields required.
Experience in manufacturing and managing interdisciplinary teams essential.
Strong problem-solving and pragmatic communication skills needed.

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About the job

Operations Manager (m/f/d) 100%

The Zurich Brickworks offer ceramic solutions for the entire building envelope. For over 150 years, we have made living more natural and building easier with our clay building materials. From a simple raw material, we develop sophisticated systems for roofs, walls, and facades. Since 2020, we have been part of the swisspor Group.

To strengthen our team in Istighofen TG, we are looking for a strong leadership Operations Manager.

Your Tasks

Leadership: Management and organization of the Istighofen plant with 3 production lines (roof tiles, clay accessories, bricks, and maintenance) and about 50 employees.
Coordination: Monitoring the annual depot build-up and the organizational management of the clay and sand pit.
Development: Professional and personal development of the team as well as implementation of the corporate culture.
Optimization: Improvement of infrastructure, processes, and product quality.
Goal Setting: Development and implementation of annual objectives and budgets.
Strategy: Participation in strategy development and implementation of guidelines.
Investment Management: Implementation of investment projects and ensuring the procurement of operating resources.
Quality Assurance: Monitoring operational data and implementing measures to reduce costs and ensure quality.

You Bring

For this position, we are looking for a service-oriented, reliable, and team-capable personality with good manners and the following additional qualifications:

Education: Technical basic training and further education at FH level in relevant areas (e.g., production technology, mechanical engineering, process engineering).
Experience: Several years of experience in the manufacturing industry and in leading interdisciplinary teams.
Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to master complex challenges.
Personality: Pragmatic, communicative, and solution-oriented leadership personality.
Location: Residence ideally max. 30 minutes from the plant.

Why Work With Us?

You are part of a motivated, high-performing, and well-coordinated team that passionately identifies with the company and is open to new challenges. You can operate in a lively environment and thus contribute to success.