Production Manager

Location: Sevlievo, Gabrovo, Bulgaria Job ID: R0146385 Date Posted: 2026-10-13 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY BULGARIA EOOD Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The Opportunity Lead operational excellence and drive manufacturing performance in a strategic leadership role focused on continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and sustainable business growth. This position offers the opportunity to optimize production efficiency, enhance product quality and delivery performance, and effectively manage budgets and resources while fostering a safe, compliant, and customer-focused manufacturing environment. Working closely with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams, you will play a key role in shaping operational strategy, driving performance improvements, and delivering exceptional results for customers and the business. How you’ll make an impact Lead the preparation and management of the annual production budget, monitoring performance, and implementing actions to address cost variances while ensuring efficient use of resources. Develop and execute programs, projects, goals, and performance metrics that drive operational excellence and optimize working capital across Operations. Partner with Operational Excellence teams to embed lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices throughout production processes. Drive initiatives that reduce non-value-added costs, improve profitability, enhance product quality, increase supplier and factory performance, and ensure on-time delivery for customers. Champion the implementation of process improvement methodologies and training across the organization. Oversee manufacturing subcontracting activities and collaborate with Supply Chain Management and other stakeholders to effectively manage subcontractor performance, compliance, and safety requirements. Support customer engagements and collaborate with Sales teams to showcase manufacturing capabilities and operational strengths. Promote and maintain a strong culture of health, safety, and environmental compliance by identifying risks, implementing preventive measures, and monitoring performance to ensure the safety of people, equipment, and operations. Your background Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or another relevant technical discipline. Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production leadership role, with expertise in production processes, planning, continuous improvement, budget management, and team leadership. Strong command of written and spoken English. Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems (SAP). Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification or higher. Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills. Excellent planning, organizational, prioritization, and time-management capabilities. Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality results. What we offer 13th salary Monthly food vouchers Supplementary health insurance Organized transport Additional bonuses More about us Join Hitachi Energy and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy! You will also be accountable to ensure compliance with applicable external & internal regulations, procedures & guidelines. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today! 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