Manufacturing Manager

Mission

As Manufacturing Manager, you ensure the end-to-end internal production of IBA products—from assembly to shipment—or oversee the on-site installation of accelerators, in alignment with central planning.
You act as the guardian of the manufacturing site, guaranteeing on-time delivery, quality, budget adherence, and unwavering safety. You take full ownership of the zone's performance, driving safety culture, lean processes (5S), and professional standards.
 

Challenges we trust you with

Planning & Production
•    Manage short-term production planning (3 weeks): quality, lead times, priorities, capacity.
•    Allocate resources (teams, shifts, overtime) to meet production targets.
•    Ensure compliance with quality standards, costs, deadlines, safety, and good manufacturing practices.
Coordination & Communication
•    Act as the single point of contact for assigned products/projects.
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QC, Logistics, Planning, Sourcing, Industrialization, Engineering).
•    Propose solutions to improve performance and customer satisfaction.
Continuous Improvement
•    Identify and implement optimization projects (OPEX).
•    Encourage improvement initiatives within the team.
•    Measure gains and monitor implementation.
Performance & Reporting
•    Set objectives and monitor KPIs (EHS, quality, lead times, internal customer satisfaction).
•    Analyze deviations and propose corrective actions.
•    Ensure issues are not repeated and foster a continuous improvement culture.
Vision & Development
•    Anticipate roles and skills evolution over 3 years.
•    Develop team skills and versatility.
•    Implement training and integration plans.
Leadership & Team Management
•    Lead, coach, and develop team members.
•    Ensure certifications and technical knowledge are up to date.
•    Promote inclusion and collaboration across teams.
Site & Tools Management
•    Apply EHS policies and lean processes (5S).
•    Ensure availability and maintenance of production tools.
•    Safeguard assets and manage all activities and related risks in the manufacturing zone.

What we value

You have:

•    Industrial & Operational Background: Engineering background with strong field experience, capable of managing production costs, quality targets, and planning adherence.
•    Team & Talent Management: Proven leadership in managing teams (~10 people), including skills assessment, coaching, and "Management by Objectives" to foster individual development.
•    Performance & KPI Mastery: Expertise in driving performance via dashboards (productivity, quality, customer satisfaction).
•    Safety & Process Focus: Strong commitment to EHS and operational rigor (documentation accuracy, process standards).
•    Cross-Functional Agility: Experience collaborating transversally to ensure customer satisfaction and effective problem-solving.
•    Conflict & Feedback Skills: Ability to manage conflicts, provide constructive feedback, and empower the team through clear delegation.

And you also are:

•    Accountable Leader: You take full ownership of your scope, acting as a role model for accountability and business vision.
•    Supportive & Present: A true team player with a strong "shop floor" presence, dedicated to empowering your team and sharing know-how.
•    Continuous Improver: You have a mindset focused on innovation and solutions, using root cause analysis to drive progress.
•    Clear Communicator: You structure communication effectively to align teams and provide visibility on performance and objectives.
•    Customer-Centric: You prioritize customer satisfaction by aligning manufacturing outputs with client needs and quality standards.
•    Proactive & Curious: You act as a "force de proposition," combining technical curiosity with a strategic step-back to improve both people and processes.

Life at IBA

At IBA, we value creativity, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. As a certified B Corporation (B Corp), we uphold the highest standards of social and environmental performance. If you’re ready to embark on a journey where your skills and ideas can truly make an impact, apply now to join our dedicated team. Let’s shape the future of technology together!

Apply today and be part of a mission that matters!