Are you a hands-on manufacturing professional ready to take ownership of production processes and guide a team toward operational excellence? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our new Lead Production Technician, you will be overseeing daily production operations, mentoring technicians, and driving continuous improvement to ensure we deliver high-quality pump solutions efficiently and safely. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing

As a key part of the Manufacturing Operations team, you'll create impact by Leading frontline production efforts that directly contribute to Grundfos's mission of pioneering solutions to the world's water and climate challenges..

Your main responsibilities include:

• Lead and coordinate daily production activities, ensuring targets for quality, safety, and output are consistently met


• Mentor and support production technicians, providing hands-on guidance and fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork


• Troubleshoot equipment issues and collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and optimize machine performance


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency and reduce waste


• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across all production processes


• Communicate production status, escalate issues, and coordinate with supervisors and cross-functional teams to maintain smooth workflow

What makes you a great fit

Above all, you are a technically skilled production professional with proven leadership ability, a strong safety mindset, and a passion for driving quality and efficiency on the shop floor. We would also imagine that you have:

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory capacity


• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with production equipment, assembly processes, or CNC machinery


• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and motivate a team in a fast-paced production setting


• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations in a manufacturing context

It is a plus if you also:

• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies


• Trade qualification or technical diploma in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, or a related field


• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems such as SAP

Why you will love working here

We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:

• A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.


• Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.


• Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.


• Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programmes to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.

We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds.

Are you ready to unlock possibilities at Grundfos? Apply today!

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