Job Posting Title
Coordinator Manufacturing Engineering (m/w/d)Legal Entity
Eisenach GermanyJob Description Summary
DEUTSCHDer Coordinator Manufacturing Engineering (m/w/d) plant, steuert und realisiert Produktions-, Investitions- und Optimierungsprojekte. Er koordiniert interdisziplinäre Teams und externe Partner und stellt die Einhaltung von Qualitäts-, Kosten- und Terminzielen sicher. Zudem verantwortet er die kontinuierliche Verbesserung von Produktionsprozessen sowie die effiziente Nutzung von Ressourcen und Kapazitäten. Die Rolle umfasst außerdem die Führung und Weiterentwicklung der Mitarbeiter im Verantwortungsbereich.
ENGLISH
The Coordinator Manufacturing Engineering (m/w/d) is responsible for planning, managing, and delivering manufacturing, capital investment, and continuous improvement projects. The role coordinates cross-functional teams and external partners while ensuring quality, cost, and schedule objectives are achieved. In addition, the position drives process optimization and the effective utilization of resources and capacities. The role also includes leading, developing, and coaching employees within the assigned area of responsibility.
Job Description:
DEUTSCH
- Leitung und Koordination von Produktions-, Investitions- und Optimierungsprojekten unter Einhaltung von Qualitäts-, Kosten- und Terminvorgaben
- Planung und Steuerung von Ressourcen, Kapazitäten sowie Personalbedarfen zur Sicherstellung effizienter Betriebsabläufe
- Analyse und kontinuierliche Optimierung von Produktionsprozessen, Fertigungskennzahlen und Kostenstrukturen
- Mitwirkung bei Anlagen- und Layoutplanungen sowie Verantwortung für die Capex- und Investitionsplanung
- Koordination interdisziplinärer Projektteams und externer Partner sowie Sicherstellung einer effektiven Zusammenarbeit
- Erstellung, Präsentation und Kommunikation von KPIs und Projektreportings gegenüber Management und Stakeholdern in deutscher und englischer Sprache
- Führung, Entwicklung und Förderung der Mitarbeiter sowie Sicherstellung der Einhaltung von Qualitäts-, Umwelt- Lead and coordinate manufacturing, capital investment, and continuous improvement projects while ensuring quality, cost, and schedule targets are achieved
ENGLISH
- Plan and manage resources, capacities, and workforce requirements to support efficient operational performance
- Analyze and optimize production processes, manufacturing KPIs, and cost structures to improve productivity and efficiency
- Support plant layout and equipment planning activities, including CAPEX planning and investment forecasting
- Coordinate interdisciplinary project teams and external partners to ensure effective collaboration and project execution
- Prepare, present, and communicate KPIs, project updates, and management reports in both German and English
- Lead, develop, and coach employees while ensuring compliance with quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety requirements
Required Skills and Education
DEUTSCH
- Abgeschlossene technische Ausbildung mit Weiterbildung zum Techniker oder abgeschlossenes Studium im Maschinenbau, Produktionstechnik, Fertigungstechnik oder einer vergleichbaren Fachrichtung
- Mehrjährige Berufserfahrung in einem technischen Produktionsumfeld, idealerweise mit Schwerpunkt Fertigung und Montage
- Erfahrung im Projektmanagement sowie in der Führung und Entwicklung von Mitarbeitern
- Fundierte Kenntnisse in Produktionsplanung, Fertigungsprozessen sowie Qualitätsmethoden wie APQP, FMEA, SPC und PPAP
- Sehr gute Kommunikations-, Präsentations- und Organisationsfähigkeiten sowie sicheres Auftreten
- Sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse sowie sicherer Umgang mit MS Office und MS Project
ENGLISH
- Completed technical apprenticeship with advanced technician qualification or a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related field
- Several years of professional experience in a technical manufacturing environment, ideally covering machining and assembly operations
- Proven experience in project management as well as leadership and employee development
- Strong knowledge of production planning, manufacturing processes, and quality methodologies such as APQP, FMEA, SPC, and PPAP
- Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills with the ability to drive results
- Fluent German and English language skills and strong proficiency in MS Office and MS Project
About Dauch:
Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.
Skills Required
- Completed technical apprenticeship with advanced technician qualification, or a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related field
- Several years of professional experience in a technical manufacturing environment
- Experience in machining and assembly operations
- Experience in project management
- Experience leading and developing employees
- Strong knowledge of production planning and manufacturing processes
- Knowledge of APQP, FMEA, SPC, and PPAP quality methodologies
- Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills
- Fluent German and English language skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
Dauch Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Dauch and has not been reviewed or approved by Dauch.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is presented as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, plus mental health support and wellness programming. Affordable options are also indicated by references to free or low-cost health insurance in some roles.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through 401(k) matching and an additional employer retirement contribution in some cases. Profit sharing and performance bonuses are also cited as add-ons that can lift overall compensation beyond base pay.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is frequently characterized as fair or competitive in certain plant roles, especially when shift differentials and premium weekend rates apply. Overtime premiums are framed as a clear, structured way to increase take-home pay for those working extra hours.
Dauch Insights
What We Do
As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future. We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.
Why Work With Us
Every member of #TeamAAM is emPOWERed to make a difference from day one. You’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM… and the world. Be part of the future from day one at AAM.
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