Job Description
Head of Printing Operations (m/f/d)
About Us
FLEXOO GmbH, based in Heidelberg, is a spin-off of InnovationLab GmbH and combines many years of expertise with state-of-the-art innovation in the field of printed electronics. As one of the leading providers of flexible sensor solutions for applications in battery, automotive and industrial electronics, we offer a unique manufacturing concept that prioritizes flexibility, quality and high productivity through a roll-to-roll process. Our production and development infrastructure is well established – we are now scaling up to €50 million in sales and taking quality and processes to the next level.
As Head of Printing Operations, you will be responsible for operations, supply chain and quality, and lead FLEXOO from development to stable series production. Your key tasks will include:
- Leading and developing the production team
- Establishing scalable processes along the entire value chain
- Compliance with ISO 9001 quality standards and continuous improvement of quality standards – experience with other standards such as IATF 16949 or ISO 13485 is an advantage
- Strengthening our supply chain and managing suppliers in partnership
- Close cooperation with engineering and project management in the industrialization of new products
- Share your expertise with neighboring teams—you shape the quality culture throughout the company.
- Researching and evaluating new production technologies and assessing the technical feasibility
- Several years of management experience in operations, supply chain or industrial project management – ideally in the battery, automotive or industrial sensor technology sector
- Proven experience in scaling manufacturing and supply chain to > €30 - 50 million in revenue
- Deep understanding of processes and quality; familiar with automotive standards or equivalent systems
- Ability to build structures, empower others and create a culture of excellence
- Hands-on, analytical, solution-oriented – with a clear growth mindset
- Excellent communication and language skills in both German and English
- Key role in the industrial scale-up of a fast-growing technology company
- Modern production infrastructure – existing facilities, focus on quality, efficiency, and scaling
- Direct influence on strategy, processes and team building
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible working hours with the option to work remotely part of the time
- A personal, innovative, and dynamic working atmosphere
- Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes