Project Manager Factory Investments (m/f/d)

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Project Manager Factory Investments

Are you a hands-on project leader with a passion for manufacturing innovation and a drive to bring complex factory investments to life? Do you excel in cross-functional environments by balancing technical expertise, stakeholder alignment, and operational excellence? If so, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on our global production footprint.

As a Project Manager for Factory Investments, you will lead high-impact CAPEX projects ranging from 2 to 10 million CHF, focusing on factory optimization and the implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies. You will play a vital role in the development of our production sites in Switzerland and abroad, advancing automation, digitalization, and operational excellence within a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing setup.

With your entrepreneurial mindset, strong result orientation, and technical know-how, you will guide cross-functional project teams through the entire project lifecycle—from concept to handover—ensuring high-quality execution on time and within budget. Your contributions will directly enhance our long-term competitiveness while safeguarding stable operations.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead complex factory optimization and investment projects (CAPEX 2–10M CHF), ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality execution.
• Develop deep expertise in production processes to drive innovation, automation, and digitalization—maintaining the balance between productivity and operational stability.
• Manage global cross-functional project teams through all phases: from initiation and analysis to concept development, implementation, and successful handover, including shaping maintenance and service concepts.
• Build and lead high-performing project teams, establish governance structures, and plan and manage work packages effectively.
• Act as a trusted partner to internal stakeholders—ensuring strong customer focus, continuous dialogue, and service excellence.
• Foster partnerships with external entities such as suppliers, universities, and technology providers.
• Share knowledge and best practices across the organization; continuously enhance project management methodologies and tools.

Your Background

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical/Automation, Production Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3–5 years of proven project management experience leading complex CAPEX projects, with a solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a pragmatic, results-driven approach.
• Hands-on experience in the machinery or metal manufacturing industry, ideally involving the implementation of advanced technologies (e.g., cutting systems).
• Strong financial literacy to evaluate data and build sound business cases for investments.
• Analytical thinker with excellent conceptual skills and a proactive, solution-oriented working style.
• Team player with high self-motivation, curiosity, and a strong drive to continuously learn and improve.
• Fluent in English and German (written and spoken).

Your Benefits

• Canteen
• Childcare
• Modern office with smart working options
• Flexible working model
• Attractive holiday plan
• Employee assistance program

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered. We look forward to receiving your application!

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