0Head of Product Line Components (m/f/d)
TKMS GmbH | Germany | 24xxx Kiel | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 26.03.2026 on stepstone.de

Head of Product Line Components (m/f/d)

Branch: Machine-building and -opera... Branch: Machine-building and -operating


TKMS stands for outstanding engineering and innovative strength in overwater and underwater shipping. For over 185 years. As a strong partner to which NATO trusts, we build 70 percent of its submarine fleet and thus contribute to peace and security. Worldwide. Ready to work with the best and as part of a team of more than 8,500 colleagues? As a growing marine company, we offer future-proof development opportunities in an international, diverse high-tech environment. We develop strength. .

Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer

Ensure that all components are installed according to design and technology specifications in time. Strategic disposition of material, components, manufacturing and personnel capacities as well as material resources to meet deadline and budget requirements. Enforce all occupational health rules, quality standards and internal corporate policies. Continuous increase in productivity, efficiency and reliability using Lean methods, data-based analysis and best practice approaches. Qualification and motivation of the team through targeted training, coaching and promotion of a performance-oriented culture. Planning, application and coordination of maintenance and repair measures as well as control of investment projects in the specified budget framework. Management of the shop-floor operation, implementation and monitoring of KPIs, daily production control and ensuring a smooth flow of information between production, planning and quality assurance.

Complete studies in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering or a comparable discipline. At least 5 years of professional experience with proven responsibility for teams, preferably in a leading position within an industrial production environment. Practical application of Lean methods and detectable successes in process and improvement management. Strategic and entrepreneurial thinking, strong leadership and ability to motivate, develop and lead teams to excellence. Very good oral and written knowledge of German and English, high communication skills, team skills and own initiative. Strong organizational skills, such as prioritization, resource planning and scheduling, and enforcement capability in implementing decisions and targets. High stress resistance, pronounced empathy, conflict management capability and readiness to initiate proactive change processes and create a trusting working environment.

For us it is self-evident to provide optimal framework conditions. These include: Welcomeday and onboarding program Attractive extra-tariff compensation Flexible and family-friendly working time design and home office control 30 days of annual leave and special leave Excellent occupational pensions Exciting tasks on innovative products in a growing marine company Grant to the job ticket or Germany ticket Corporate fitness with nationwide partners Bike leasing Comprehensive additional services / attractive external offers Individual learning and development opportunities in presence and digital Comprehensive health management including prevention offers Close cooperation with executives and employees Collaborative cooperation and respect in dealing with each other – we have been offering this for over 185 years! We are pleased to receive online applications, specifying the salary presentation and the current notice period.

We value diversity

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/worldview, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity. .

Location

ava TKMS GmbH
24143  Kiel
Germany

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