Founded in 1968 in France, Groupe Atlantic grew into one of the leading players in the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) industry. With over 13.000 employees worldwide located on 4 continents, 31 industrial sites, 44 commercial sites and 21 brands under its umbrella, the compagny has known a continuous growth over the last years.
We, Thermic Energy RZ GmbH, part of Groupe Atlantic, see ourselves as a dynamic, modern, and constantly growing company.
The possibility of heat storage is key to the efficient utilization of many alternative energy forms. Excellent storage properties, high quality, and durability are essential requirements. We manufacture high-quality storage units for solar heat, heat pumps, and modern heating systems.The portfolio of Thermic Energy ranges from drinking water storage to energy buffer storage, as well as stratified buffer storage, stratified combo storage, and special storage on request.Quality from Germany.
MAIN RESPONSABILITIES :
The Production Manager is responsible for the strategic direction and operational control of all production areas at the site. The position ensures efficient production processes, high product quality, on-time delivery, and the continuous improvement of performance, structures, and workflows. As a key member of the plant leadership team, the Production Manager plays a critical role in the productivity, scalability, and long-term success of the site.
1. Strategic & Operational Production Management
- Full responsibility for production operations including manufacturing, assembly, and packaging
- Ensure quality- and schedule-compliant production based on the production plan
- Accountability for KPIs such as productivity, scrap rate, throughput time, and OEE
- Lead capacity planning and adjust resource allocation based on business needs
- Implement and maintain performance dashboards and production controlling systems
2. Leadership & People Management
Lead, support, and develop approx. 160 employees, including team and shift leadersCreate and maintain a leadership culture based on trust, clarity, and accountabilityWorkforce planning in coordination with HR and cross-functional departmentsIdentify training needs and ensure qualification and compliance standardsDrive employee motivation, retention, and performance through consistent leadership3. Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing
Identify and implement process optimizations to increase efficiency and reduce wasteApply lean principles such as 5S, Kaizen, SMED, visual management, and Gemba WalksDevelop and lead continuous improvement (CI) initiatives and operational excellence programsSupport decision-making regarding investments in machinery, automation, and digitalization4. Cross-functional Collaboration & Communication
Collaborate closely with departments such as Quality, Planning, Logistics, Engineering, and MaintenanceEnsure smooth material and information flow across the production chainWork with Product Development / Engineering to optimize manufacturability of new productsRepresent production in cross-functional and company-wide projects5. Compliance, Health & Safety
Ensure full compliance with occupational safety, health, and environmental regulationsPromote a safety-first culture and lead incident prevention initiativesOversee documentation and internal audits in line with ISO and legal requirementsSupport ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) targets in the production environmentWHAT WE OFFER :
Work in international company and environmentfixed working schedule : five days per weekOfficial labor relationship, social packagemedical insurancein time salary paymentsPlace of work : Zedtlitz, Borna (close to Leipzig)Benefits like BikeleasingJOB REQUIREMENTS / BACKGROUND :
Professional Qualifications
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, or related field; comparable vocational training with extensive experience also consideredSeveral years of leadership experience in a comparable production management role (with large teams)In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing, production planning, KPIs, and shopfloor managementExperience with ERP systems (ideally proALPHA), MES, and digital production toolsStrong understanding of legal and regulatory requirements in production environmentsSoft Skills
Strong leadership presence, communication skills, and decision-making abilityAnalytical thinker with structured work style and hands-on mentalityHigh level of accountability, integrity, and ability to lead by exampleComfortable managing change, complexity, and ambiguityProven ability to inspire teams, foster collaboration, and deliver resultsLanguage skills : english fluent and german minimum B1-level