Production Team Leader Vulcanizing CNC Machining

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As a globally leading provider of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovations for over 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag (Switzerland) and run production sites in Switzerland, Malaysia, and Romania, as well as sales and service centers around the globe. Our passion for integrity, teamwork, customer orientation, and innovation guides us - always together as #oneVAT. Become part of a committed, international team where your voice counts, your ideas have an impact, and your professional development is promoted. Production Team Leader Vulcanizing CNC Machining (m/w/d) For our Vulcanizing department, we are looking for a committed Team Leader Vulcanizing CNC Machining (m/w/d). Your main tasks • Technical and personnel management of the production team in 1-3 shift operation • Ensuring efficient, high-quality production processes in the area of CNC milling and turning • Planning and controlling capacities, deadlines, and production orders • Supporting CNC programming as well as designing clamping fixtures • Ensuring quality, safety, and process standards • Promoting and developing employees and team culture • Introducing new technologies, processes, and automation solutions • Initiating and accompanying continuous improvement processes (CIP/5S) • Analyzing and solving quality, material, and equipment problems Your profile • Completed training as a polymechanic EFZ • Specialized and/or leadership-related further education (master, HF/FH an advantage) • Several years of production and leadership experience in mechanical manufacturing • Very good knowledge of CNC and CAM programming • Experience in production planning, Lean Management, and Change Management • Secure handling of MS Office and ERP systems (ideally Microsoft Dynamics D365) • High social competence and assertiveness • Analytical thinking and structured problem-solving competence • Very good German language skills, English an advantage What you bring personally You are a motivating, responsible personality with technical understanding and natural leadership competence. With your empathetic and clear manner, you create trust, promote your team, and drive changes forward actively. We believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for all - as the basis for innovation and success. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive and respectful work environment. In case of concerns, our compliance channel is available on our website. All reports are treated strictly confidentially and in accordance with our Code of Conduct.