Production Engineering Manager

This job will provide you with an opportunity to further your career alongside some of the best and most passionate technology experts from around the world in a leading company within the test, measurement and data analytics industry. You will be a strong contributor collaborating closely with colleagues from various business functions.

At HBK, we live up to our three values: Be True, Own It and Aim High. We believe in absolute integrity – it’s how we win for stakeholders, the environment and each other. We believe in teamwork and keeping our promises – to ourselves and others. Finally, we believe in being bold and positive. This is how we perform at our best and achieve greater success.

Do you have a passion for driving operational excellence and leading a team? Do you want to play a key role in transforming our factory into an automated facility? Read on and apply for a new step in your career.

As Production Engineering Manager you are a part of the Sound and Vibration Product Engineering organization as well as our management team. Product Engineering is responsible for:

• Products during and after release,
• Designing, building and maintaining production lines and equipment
• Creating Innovative Automation.

The department focuses on driving reliability and sustainable practices within the production environment, aligning its efforts with the cross functional teams in Operations in a global organization.

Our facility in Virum covers R&D and Manufacturing in house (end-to-end). We develop and manufacture advanced technology in sound and vibration measurement. With a legacy spanning over 75 years, we have been at the forefront of this industry, providing solutions that have shaped the way sound and vibration are analyzed and managed. From creating the world's first charge accelerometer to developing cutting-edge analyzer systems for modern satellite systems. The cool factor (our DNA) lies in our ability to combine historical expertise with contemporary technology to offer tailored solutions that address the evolving needs of industries worldwide.

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of 9 production engineers, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient and effective production processes.
• Implementing best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production processes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance productivity, quality, and safety in the production area.
• Coach and mentor your team to ensure that HBK is a Great Place to Work.

Who are you:

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in industrial engineering, electrical engineering or mechanical engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production engineering within electrical, Test, Process or mechanical fields.
• Experience as manager with strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with Process automation will be an advantage
• You take responsibility and are comfortable prioritizing
• You have basic skills to run a project or Task force.
• You are a team player with high integrity who gains trust with people across the organization.

Working at HBK
Freedom with responsibility is the framework for HBK’s employees. This allows for a good balance between work and family life and for constant development of professional and personal skills in an international and enjoyable working environment.

At HBK, we live up to our three values: Be True, Own It and Aim High. We believe in absolute integrity – it’s how we win for stakeholders, the environment and each other. We believe in teamwork and keeping our promises – to ourselves and others. Finally, we believe in being bold and positive. This is how we perform at our best and achieve greater success.

One Company – HBK
On 1 January 2019, Brüel & Kjær and HBM merged their activities into a new company called HBK (Hottinger Brüel & Kjær). With more than 3,500 employees worldwide and production facilities in Denmark, Germany, the UK, the USA, China and Portugal and presence in 80 countries, HBK is a leading player in the test and measurement area. For further info please visit www.hbkworld.com.

HBK is a division of Spectris plc, a UK-based productivity-enhancing instrumentation and controls company serving leading aerospace, automotive, medical, and other customers. Spectris plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange.

Location: Virum, DK