Production Manager - Pécs

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

- Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
- Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
- Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

What You’ll Be Part Of

We are looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead all assembly operations at our Pécs site. The ideal candidate will excel in driving manufacturing performance through labor efficiency improvement, scrap reduction, process yield enhancement, and stringent customer-quality focus. This role ensures safe, timely, and error-free production delivery by overseeing end-to-end shop floor activities and coordinating closely with supporting functions. The Production Manager acts as a key partner to the Plant Manager, champions corrective actions to meet quality and cost targets, and upholds a strict priority framework of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost in all decision-making.

How You’ll Make An Impact

- Provide direct leadership for all functions related to assembly operations at the Pécs site.
- Accountable for all controllable elements of COGM (Cost of Goods Manufactured), including direct labor efficiency, scrap reduction, production/process yield improvement, and customer quality.
- Report to the Plant Manager on daily operational matters.
- Provide regular updates to project managers for production-related, dedicated projects.
- Maintains close cooperation with all production-related colleagues on site, offering support, guidance, and clear communication.
- Conduct annual performance evaluations for all direct-report supervisors.
- In exceptional situations, determine actions and priorities based on the following hierarchy: 1. Safety 2. Quality 3. Delivery 4. Cost
- Drive corrective actions to ensure achievement of plant quality objectives and maintain thorough knowledge of special/critical characteristics within the manufacturing process.
- Responsible for ensuring on-time, error-free deliveries that fully meet all customer requirements — through effective management of production processes, production staff, and collaboration with supporting functions.
- Has the authority to initiate production shutdowns when safety or quality conditions justify such action.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

- University/college degree (technical education is preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of experience in an electronics manufacturing environment in a similar role.
- At least 5 years of leadership experience in areas such as customer relations, production management, technician and/or engineering team leadership.
- Working-level English communication skills (considered an advantage).
- High-level proficiency in software applications such as Excel and Word.
- SAP knowledge.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Strong technical attitude.
- We see AI as an important part of how work gets done. While tools may vary, a baseline familiarity with using AI to support efficiency, problem-solving, and quality is expected.

Bonus Points if You Have

- Experience in Digital Factory implementation.

What You Can Expect

- A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
- Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN and Samsung products (JBL, Harman Kardon, AKG and others).
- Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
- Work on best-in-class emerging technologies and an atmosphere that motivates you to give your best.

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Pay Transparency
The above represents the annual gross base salary range for this role.
Variable compensation and allowances: Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may also be available, such as quarterly or annual bonus pay, commission payments, long term incentive compensation, or certain allowances. Further details will be made available as part of the recruitment process.
How we set pay: The pay posted is a reasonable estimate of the wage range anticipated for this position. Pay is determined using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, skills, role scope/responsibilities, and location-based market factors (where applicable). In appropriate circumstances, based on objective, job-related factors, the final determination on pay may deviate from the posted range.
Pay history: Please do not include current or past pay information in your application. We do not request pay history as part of our recruitment process.
Benefits: HARMAN is interested in supporting the health and wellbeing of employees and offers a range of benefits. Offerings vary by country and employment arrangement and reflect a combination of statutory requirements and company-provided programs. These may include paid time off and holidays, sick and family leave, as well as health and wellbeing support and retirement or savings plans where applicable, along with other locally relevant benefits. Further details will be made available as part of the recruitment process.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.
Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.
If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today! (https://harmanglobal.avature.net/talentcommunity)

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