Operations Manager - Austria (w/m/d)

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

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Your Role & Responsibilities

As our new Operations Manager in Austria, you will manage Quality and Production Operations for our site in Eggelsberg during a period of transformation. A key focus of the role will be improving operational excellence across the manufacturing value chain while supporting the evolution of our manufacturing footprint through closer collaboration with external manufacturing partners. Working as part of the local management team, you will have consistent cross-functional collaboration to improve performance, processes, and build a culture of continuous improvement.

In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.

• Overseeing Quality, Production, and Industrial Engineering functions, ensuring high operational performance, quality, delivery reliability, and cost competitiveness.
• Executing manufacturing transformation initiatives, including continuous improvement, Lean deployment, process optimization, and operational efficiency across internal and external production networks.
• Collaborating across functions to enhance the end-to-end value chain, supporting sourcing strategies, industrialization activities, and business growth.
• Developing and empowering effective teams while promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.

Our team dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

What it takes to Run what runs the world

• Extensive leadership experience in complex manufacturing environments, with previous knowledge in overseeing operational transformation and performance improvement.
• University degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Advanced skills in manufacturing operations, quality management, and industrial engineering, with the ability to translate strategy into operational results.
• Demonstrated experience working with external manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, suppliers, or global production networks.
• Practical knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies; Six Sigma certification.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate across functions, building productive partnerships with stakeholders.
• A people-focused and inclusive leadership approach, with experience building engagement, developing people, and leading teams through change.
• Professional proficiency in English is required. German language skills are highly valued to support effective collaboration across the local organization.

We offer a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond:

• Work-Life Balance – Flexible working models, including flextime and hybrid options, to support your personal and professional life.
• Health & Well-being – Access to various health measures, a Global Employee Assistance Program, and a gender-neutral parental leave policy.
• Financial Perks – Participation in the Global Employee Shareholder Acquisition Program (ESAP) and meal allowances.
• Career Growth – Extensive training opportunities and structured development programs to help you advance.
• Inclusive Culture – An international work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

The minimum compensation, in accordance with the electrical and electronics industry collective agreement, is 6 397.78 EUR monthly for a full-time position as of May 2025. But we would be happy to speak in person about your compensation package in relation to your qualifications and experience!

More about us: Machine Automation, ABB
ABB’s Machine Automation division delivers automation solutions and services for machine and factory applications across industries such as consumer-packaged goods, printing, life sciences, plastics, energy and maritime. With its B&R’s product portfolio, the division delivers integrated control and software, motion control, mechatronics, and machine automation technologies designed to simplify processes and optimize factory operations.  

Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world.

Run What Runs the World.

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