Operations Manager – Plant Transformation

About the role

ABB is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead a plant undergoing major transformation, including relocation to a larger facility in Blučina and a shift to a new manufacturing model. You will be responsible for day‑to‑day plant performance while driving strategic change.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations across manufacturing, logistics, quality, planning and technology.
• Lead the plant relocation project and prepare processes for the new manufacturing approach.
• Achieve KPIs in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost and resource utilization.
• Identify and implement improvements in productivity, material flow, waste reduction and working capital efficiency.

Required profile

• 12+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with proven leadership results.
• Experience managing managers (5+ years) and leading teams of up to 200 people.
• Strong strategic thinking combined with hands‑on operational management.
• Fluent Czech (very high level) and minimum C1 English.
• University degree in a technical or economic field, or equivalent experience.

Required skills

• Lean methodology
• Six Sigma

What we offer

• Significant influence over plant direction and growth from 400 to 500 employees.
• Key role in relocation and new manufacturing model implementation.
• Flexible working hours, home‑office contribution, annual bonus and company car.
• 25 days vacation, Multisport card, meal allowance and various discounts.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional courses and international assignments.