? We’re Hiring: Production Manager – Automotive Tier 1 ? Querétaro, Mexico We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations at an automotive Tier 1 plant in Querétaro. This role requires a hands-on leader with a strong track record of establishing operational discipline, reinforcing accountability, and delivering measurable improvements across production teams and processes.

Key Responsibilities Lead daily production operations to consistently achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets.

Directly manage and develop production supervisors, group leaders, and manufacturing personnel.

Establish and consistently enforce clear operating standards, shop-floor discipline, standardized work, and accountability at all organizational levels.

Demonstrate measurable improvements in employee discipline, process adherence, attendance, productivity, scrap reduction, OEE, and delivery performance.

Drive continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, problem-solving, visual management, and structured shop-floor routines.

Ensure compliance with safety requirements, quality standards, customer-specific requirements, and IATF 16949 processes.

Work closely with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Logistics, Human Resources, and other functions to resolve operational issues.

Develop the production organization through coaching,



performance management, succession planning, and capability building.

Lead by example and maintain a visible, consistent presence on the production floor.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

At least five years of experience as a Production Manager in an automotive Tier 1 manufacturing plant.

Proven experience directly managing production personnel.

Demonstrated success in strengthening shop-floor discipline and process compliance, supported by measurable operational results.

Strong leadership, decision-making, conflict-management, and communication skills.

Solid knowledge of automotive manufacturing systems, Lean Manufacturing, KPIs, standardized work, and continuous improvement.

Advanced English proficiency is required.

Intermediate German is highly desirable.

Experience working in a European automotive organization or manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.

Availability to work on-site in Querétaro. The successful candidate will be a firm, fair, and consistent leader who can set clear expectations, hold teams accountable, and build a culture based on safety, respect, operational excellence, and sustainable results. #Hiring #ProductionManager #Automotive #Tier1 #Manufacturing #Queretaro #OperationalExcellence #LeanManufacturing #AutomotiveJobs #Leadership

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