Manufacturing Technology Manager

Overview

Position Title: Manufacturing Technology Manager

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Position Location: Eschborn

Requisition ID: 38437

The Manufacturing Technology Manager will report to the Plant Manager / SuM Manager and work in close collaboration with the SuM Team Regional and Global Support Team.

Responsibilities

Before Start-up:

• Develop and lead the plants comprehensive technology & process engineering roadmap ensuring alignment with McCains business objectives and global standards.
• Identify and drive improvements in production processes through advanced process engineering methodologies focusing on optimization of parameter settings to maximize yield and product recovery.
• Set document and implement new Best Operational Practices tailored to the specific plant design drawing on benchmarks from other McCain locations.
• Conduct in-depth monitoring of industry trends emerging food processing technologies and digital solutions; evaluate and recommend adoption of innovations such as automation AI IoT robotics and advanced mechanical / process equipment.
• Lead feasibility studies pilot projects technology trials validation and production scale-up activities directly supporting process optimization and operational readiness.
• Ensure execution of a Readiness Checklist (to include detailed process engineering technology digital requirements and MDI routines) culminating in full operational preparedness and seamless integration of new processes and technologies.
• Introduce and optimize digital tools (SCADA IoT digital twins predictive analytics MES systems).
• Implement smart manufacturing technologies to enhance efficiency traceability and product quality.
• Collaborate with IT on data-driven decision-making cybersecurity and system integration.
• Promote digitalization of maintenance quality control and supply chain processes.
• Design adapt and implement a digital technology architecture that aligns with both mechanical process needs and operational requirements.
• Lead the introduction and customization of digital tools (e.g. SCADA IoT platforms Digital Twins MES systems) including programming simulation and ensuring architecture flexibility for future mechanical / process changes.
• Simulate process lines and process changes virtually using digital twins to optimize design and refine processes before physical deployment.
• Implement the McCain Drives Impact (MDI) routines embedding core routines into plant workflows to support system digitalization simplification and real-time performance management.
• Oversee the installation and roll-out of user-friendly applications and digital tools to simplify day-to-day reporting routine communication and operational dashboards for plant teams.
• Foster a culture of digital adoption at all levels ensuring that new systems streamline communication channels and support timely accurate decision-making.

After Start-up:

• Lead and maintain the plants technology and process engineering roadmap in alignment with business objectives continuously adapting to changes in operations and market needs.
• Monitor and apply industry trends cutting-edge food processing technologies and digital innovations to optimize plant performance.
• Champion best practices in process engineering by regularly reviewing and adjusting process parameters maximizing recovery yield and operational efficiency.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements leveraging data analysis and engineering principles to establish and elevate operational benchmarks.
• Provide ongoing expert guidance troubleshooting and technical support to project and operations teams fostering a platform for innovation in resource efficiency sustainability and waste reduction.
• Oversee feasibility studies pilot projects technical trials validation and production scale-up of new technologies ensuring alignment with process optimization goals.
• Manage capital investment (CAPEX) projects relating to process technology automation and sustainability with a focus on business value and future-readiness.
• Sustain optimize and customize digital tools (including SCADA IoT digital twins MES and predictive analytics) to address both operational needs and plant mechanical requirements.
• Maintain and advance the plants digital architecture integrating simulation and programming expertise to support ongoing process adjustments and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate closely with IT and automation teams on cybersecurity data-driven operational decision-making and secure system integration.
• Drive digitalization of all key routines including maintenance quality management and supply chain ensuring traceability and operational visibility.
• Oversee the ongoing integration optimization and simplification of MDI routines into daily operations ensuring that reporting communications and process management remain streamlined and effective.
• Identify select and implement new digital tools and applications as needed to simplify routine workflows and enhance ease-of-use for plant teams.
• Act as a champion for digitalization reinforcing a culture where day-to-day reporting and communication are consistent timely data-rich and user-centric.
• Continuously assess and enhance MDI routines and systems for performance management communication flow and best practice sharing across the operation.
• Ensure all processing and digital systems are kept in optimal operational condition emphasizing minimal downtime and rapid response to system anomalies.
• Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs using digital tools to drive performance.
• Manage service contracts vendor relationships and equipment / spare parts availability leveraging digital records and analytics for decision support.
• Coordinate calibration validation and performance testing of equipment upholding food safety and quality standards.
• Develop and deliver procedures and hands-on training for safe efficient equipment operation.
• Identify technological process and digitalization improvement opportunities through rigorous analysis of plant performance and operational data.
• Collect analyze and interpret technical and operational information to accurately define issues monitor performance and guide corrective or improvement actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Food Technology Engineering Automation or related field.
• Strong background in automation digitalization Manufacturing Engineering maintenance leadership.
• Experience leading programs enabled with technologies including MES SCADA advanced analytics and automation solutions.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Project management skills
• Good communication skills both oral and written both German and English.

What we offer

• Opportunity to be a part of a global iconic brand fun and high performing team
• Opportunity to be a part of Greenfield Project in Germany
• A varied and responsible job in an effective and international team with flat hierarchies
• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours / hybrid working
• Local benefit (Health and Pension insurance)
• Friendly atmosphere.

This role offers a high degree of independence and plenty of room for personal initiative and growth.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity resilience and success and makes our business qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex age veteran status disability or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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Job Family : Information Technology; Engineering & Technical

Division : Continental Europe

Department : Plant and Start-up Greenfield

Location(s) : DE - Germany : Lower Saxony : Hannover

DE - Germany : Lower Saxony : Mehrum

Company : McCain GMBH

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,Continuous Improvement,ISO 9001,Lean Six Sigma,Management Experience,Manufacturing & Controls,5S,Manufacturing Management,Kaizen,Chemistry,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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