Production Manager

Role Overview

Are you a strategic leader driven by operational excellence, safety, and sustainable innovation? Holcim Česko is looking for a proactive Production Manager to lead production operations at our Čížkovice plant, optimize multi-line manufacturing processes, and drive our decarbonization and CO2 reduction targets.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Lead Safety & Culture: Foster a "Zero Harm" safety-first culture by enforcing strict OHS, Fire Safety, and environmental standards across all production activities.

• Drive Decarbonization & Efficiency: Plan and optimize production outputs to meet budget goals while maximizing AFR (Alternative Fuel Rate) and ARM (Alternative Raw Materials) to hit group decarbonization targets.

• Manage & Empower Teams: Lead, mentor, and develop shift managers and production staff through succession planning, technical certifications, and continuous training.

• Optimize Operations & Digitalization: Monitor equipment performance, collaborate with Maintenance and Quality teams on operational enhancements, and advance production digitalization.

• Financial & CAPEX Oversight: Prepare annual operational budgets (OPEX), manage cost utilization, identify production bottlenecks, and define technical specifications for CAPEX projects.

• Cross-Functional & Contractor Coordination: Oversee third-party services and align routine maintenance, refractory replacements, and major overhauls with market demand.

• Ensure Compliance & Standards: Enforce strict adherence to internal governance, local environmental permits (IPPC), and ISO standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001).

Your Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Education: Master’s degree (Ing.) in Technical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of managerial experience, preferably in heavy industry, cement, building materials, or mining operations 

• Language Skills: Fluent Czech/Slovak alongside advanced English (B2/C1) for corporate communication.

• Technical Expertise: Solid grounding in Lean Manufacturing/Kaizen/5S, OHS & environmental legislation, and OPEX/CAPEX budget planning.

• Leadership & Soft Skills: Proven leadership skills under pressure, analytical mindset, and strong communication and negotiation capabilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive base salary reflective of your leadership level and responsibility and annual bonus system.

• Company Car: Company car for both business and private use based on local company policy

Work-Life Balance & Flexibility

• Time Off: 5 weeks of paid vacation 

• Flexibility: Flexible working hours to help you manage your operational and personal priorities effectively.

Health, Well-being & Lifestyle

• Cafeteria Benefit System: Flexible annual budget to spend as you choose—on healthcare, wellness, sports, culture, travel, or language courses.

• Contribution to Pension Insurance: Financial support to help secure your long-term financial future.

Professional Development & Community

• Strategic Impact & Leadership: Autonomy to lead complex decarbonization, digitalization (AI/smart operations), and CAPEX modernization projects.

• International Environment & Development: Access to global Holcim Group leadership programs, cross-border best practice sharing, and career mobility opportunities.

• On-Site Catering & Perks: Subsidized meals in our company facility with a choice of four main dishes (including options for shift workers), beverage subsidies, and employee discounts on company products.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Professional psychological, legal, and financial support available 24/7 for you and your family.

Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.