Operations Manager – Engineering, Logistics & Maintenance

About the role

Lear, a global automotive technology leader in seating and e-systems, is looking for an experienced Operations Manager to take full responsibility for Engineering, Logistics and Maintenance at its facility in Menzel Bourguiba, Tunisia. Acting as Deputy to the Plant Manager, the role supports the Quality department and serves as the Lear Tunisian expert for the Trim Covers business.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safety-first culture, achieve key safety performance indicators and comply with safety standards
• Build and maintain a competent, engaged team and strengthen management through clear goals and communication
• Oversee daily operations, align them with customer requirements and ensure timely project execution
• Ensure process efficiency and effective use of resources, and meet financial targets and budgets
• Implement weekly reporting and manage Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) and other KPIs for engineering, logistics and maintenance
• Guarantee timely deliveries from suppliers and to customers
• Drive continuous improvement through Kaizen workshops, best-practice sharing and change management
• Lead strategic initiatives supporting the company's long-term goals

Required profile

• 8 to 10 years' experience in a similar position, especially with covers
• Experience in budgeting and KPI management
• High project management skills
• Proficiency in English is an essential asset

Required skills

• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Communication and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented, with strong planning and decision-making abilities