Production Manager Axis EX

At Axis Communications we are passionate about delivering solutions for a smarter and safer world! That sometimes means that we try new ways of expanding and now you have a unique chance to be responsible for a new Production Unit at Axis. At Axis Ex AB, the small, high quality production company for EX-products (products for hazardous areas) we will manufacture a special line of high-value cameras with extremely high quality requirements. The cameras will be used in an environment with no room for errors. We are now looking for a Production Manager based in Lund.

Who is your future team?
You will manage a small high functioning team that will be working close with other departments within Axis, such as R&D, Product management as well as the rest of the Supply Chain team. Today the teams consist of Quality Engineer, Industrial & Sourcing Lead and Supply Chain & ERP Lead. This production unit will grow over the coming years and new products will be introduced regularly and volumes are expected to increase, therefore the team will also be growing. It will be your responsibility to make sure the team grow according to current needs.

What will you do as Production Manager?
As production manager you are responsible for all aspects of the Production Unit and since this is a small unit your responsibility will vary from strategic tasks to personally do operational tasks. Strategic tasks can for example be to plan future organization, finance and production based on the road map for future products and volumes. Managerial tasks are of course to manage the staff but also to manage forecast and investments. Operational tasks can for example be to update work instructions, order consumable material or call for service on a specific equipment.

There are several quality certifications with several audits per year. As Production manager you are responsible that all work is carried out in accordance with the Quality system. You are expected to be part of all audits. You work close with the Product manager and R&D team to make sure that the Production Unit has the right capability as well as capacity needed. The Production Manager will have the total performance as well as financial responsibility for this Unit. Therefore, you will need to combine high quality demands with a business mindset.

Who are you?
You have a strong drive to manage and deliver results. You see this position as an opportunity to create something new and you take great pride in the outcome of it!
You focus on high quality manufacturing, test and assembly to make this possible. You are structured and used to work with- and understand the meaning of following documented processes.

Your knowledge includes the following:

* Extensive production, quality and planning knowledge as a manager from electronics or mechanical assembly.
* Quality- and production systems
* University degree in engineering or business

In addition to this you have extensive general management and business experience including:

* Personnel management
* Business plans
* Investment plans

It´s important that you have the ability to and actually promote a productive and good work environment. You find it easy to communicate, interact and collaborate with different cultures and people.
You are comfortable with formal audits of Quality and productions systems. e.g. ISO 9001 and work continuously with maintaining high standards. Experience with international certifications such as ATEX, MET, IECEx is a plus.
You have several years of professional experience.

What Axis have to offer:
In Axis you will work in an international organization with enthusiastic people in an open minded and innovative culture. This is a great opportunity to use and develop your management skills as part of an exciting and successful organization that is already the world leader in network video. We are growing rapidly which means that new challenges and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally occur every day! Welcome to take part in our success story!

Ready to Act?
Axis is a company realizing the benefits of a diverse workforce. We know that diversity in groups creates a better working environment and promotes creativity, something that is fundamental for our success.
For questions, please contact the recruiting manager, Ulrika Magnusson +46 733 625591