Head of Production

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets. 

 ContiTech is one of the world’s leading material experts for industry applications. The Continental group sector offers its customers reliable, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 20,000 employees (Status as of March 2026) at more than 60 sites globally, and sales of some 6.0 billion euros (2025), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

Position Mission

The Head of Production is responsible for leading and optimizing all manufacturing operations to ensure the achievement of business objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and profitability. This position provides strategic and operational leadership for the production organization, ensuring the efficient utilization of people, equipment, materials, and manufacturing capacity while consistently meeting internal and external customer expectations.

The role drives operational excellence through the development and execution of production strategies, continuous improvement initiatives, capital investment projects, and workforce development programs. The Head of Production fosters a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement, ensuring sustainable business growth, operational competitiveness, and world-class manufacturing performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and coordinate all production activities to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations.
• Translate the plant's production strategy into actionable plans and drive flawless execution across all manufacturing areas.
• Develop and execute operational plans related to capacity expansion, productivity improvement, workforce planning, and resource optimization.
• Ensure achievement of production, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, and productivity targets while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Drive operational excellence through the implementation of lean manufacturing, CBS methodologies, productivity initiatives, and best practices.
• Lead continuous improvement programs focused on waste elimination, process stability, quality enhancement, and cost reduction.
• Identify, justify, prioritize, and manage capital investments, automation initiatives, and manufacturing technology upgrades.
• Collaborate with Business Area , Sector, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Finance teams to support business objectives.
• Lead and participate in global, regional, and local cross-functional projects to improve manufacturing performance and competitiveness.
• Establish performance metrics and monitor KPIs to ensure sustainable operational improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead, coach, develop, and engage production teams, promoting a high-performance culture and ensuring succession planning for key positions.
• Foster innovation and benchmark manufacturing best practices to continuously improve operational effectiveness.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE* (Minimum)

Education / Certification
▪ Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Professional Experience
(Variety of Functions, Business Exposure, General Management Experience)
▪ Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in manufacturing and production operations.
▪ Cross-functional experience in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement, or Continental Business System (CBS) is preferred.

Project and/or Process Experience
▪ Strong experience in rubber, plastics, or industrial manufacturing processes.
▪ Proven track record in process optimization, productivity improvement, and operational excellence initiatives.

Leadership Experience
▪ Minimum 5 years of leadership experience with direct responsibility for people, performance, and operational results.
▪ Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams in a manufacturing environment.

Intercultural / International Experience
▪ Experience collaborating with international teams and stakeholders in a global manufacturing environment.
▪ Fluency in both Spanish and English is mandatory.
▪ Ability to work effectively across cultures and organizational boundaries.

At Continental we are committed to building an inclusive and discrimination-free ecosystem in Mexico, these principles are rooted in our corporate philosophy and culture. Therefore, it is totally forbidden to request a pregnancy or HIV test as part of our selection processes.

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