
Head of Production Department (all genders)
Description
HelloFresh is looking for a department head for its plant in Barleben near Magdeburg to make sure a production area runs smoothly and consistently meets its productivity, quality and safety targets. You would lead a team of 5 supervisors, each guiding roughly 20 to 25 shop-floor employees, and coach them towards reaching and exceeding all key performance indicators. The role carries full responsibility for the operational performance of the assigned area, including optimising resource use, staffing plans and work allocation. You would also drive process improvements that increase efficiency, productivity and cost savings, and work closely with team leads and interdisciplinary teams.
Requirements
- Completed bachelor's degree or a comparable qualification
- At least 2 years of experience in logistics, production or a fulfilment centre
- Experience leading employees
- Confident handling of KPIs to steer operational processes
- Advanced knowledge of Excel and Google Sheets
- Analytical mindset and data-driven decision making
- Fluent German and English at least at B2 level
- Strong communication skills, initiative and team spirit
Languages
German
C2 · FluentA1A2B1B2C1C2
English
C1 · AdvancedA1A2B1B2C1C2
Experience Level
InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive
Benefits
A comfortable workplace with a great team in Barleben near Magdeburg
Discounts on HelloFresh meal kits
Development opportunities through internal training
Comprehensive onboarding
Competitive salary and shift allowances where applicable
30 vacation days
Team events
Discounted fitness offers at Urban Sports Club or John Reed
Company pension scheme
Monthly subsidy for the Deutschlandticket
Selgros card
Personal safety equipment
📍 Life in Magdeburg
👥
Population
0.2M
⭐
Quality of Life
7.0
🇬🇧
English Friendly
5.0
💻
Tech Scene
6.0
🌍
International
5.0
🚇
Public Transport
7.0
🚴
Bikeability
7.0
🌬️
Air Quality
7.0
🌳
Green Spaces
7.0
🚗
Car Free
7.0
ℹ️
About Magdeburg
- •Diverse economy
- •Growing opportunities
🌤️
Climate
- •Temperate climate
- •Moderate seasons
❄️Jan: 1°C☀️Jul: 18°C📅Avg: 9°C
☀️1650 sunshine hours/year
🛡️
Safety
- •Generally safe
- •Low crime rates
Overall:7.0
🏥
Healthcare
- •Good hospitals
- •Adequate coverage
Quality: 7.0Access: 8.0
🎭
Culture
- •Cultural venues
- •Local events
🎉
Nightlife
- •Bars and venues
🏞️
Recreation
- •Parks
- •Sports facilities
💰
Cost of Living
- •Moderate costs
- •Good value
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€700
⚡ Utilities:€220
🛒 Groceries:€300
🍽️ Dining out:€12
HelloFresh SE is the world's leading meal kit company, delivering pre-portioned ingredients and recipes to customers in 18 countries. Founded in Berlin in 2011, it is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
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