Sr. Operation Manager(Base Shenzhen)

Carl Zeiss Jena GmbH

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Guangzhou Until 9/27/2026 12+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description

1.Manage daily manufacturing activities running and achieve KPI target with high quality, good service and cost-effective.

2.SZ factory Strategy implementation management and communication.

3.Fully support the capacity expansion project to achieve the capacity ramping up plan.

4.Create and maintain positive employee relations via some activities, such as dialogue with line leader, one on one with colleague.

5.Ensure cost-effective management of all materials and plant property, prepare the budget and get it aligned with top management for approval.

6.Create an environment that is culturally embedded in “Operation Excellent” mentality.

7.Develop, motivate and challenge the team members to perform to their full potential, and feedback to make them grow up.

8.Manage good customer visit & audit planning in collaboration with custom solution.

9.Communicate with customers &FATP and keep a good relationship with them. Hear from the customer requirements and suggestions and meet their demand. 10.Be responsible for enhancing ZEISS reputation and image through all business activities.

11.Responsible for handling and coordinating process issues and project as required

1.Minimum 12 years of experience in manufacturing operations within a multinational company.

2.At least 8 years experience at management level.

3.Strong management skills to lead a middle-sized operation team up to 500 persons.

4.Prefer to have 3 years of management experience in consumer electronics industry FATP’s company.

5.Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.

6.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

7.High degree of initiative and ownership and responsibility.

8.Ability to work effectively in international teams, engaging with both internal stakeholders and external customers and supplier.

9.Ability to deal with a high degree of complexity and ambiguity, with a strong sense of urgency and persistence.

10.Advanced English communication skills at reading, writing and speaking.

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About this role

Summary

Oversee manufacturing operations, lead team, implement strategy, manage customer relations, and ensure KPI achievement.

Job title

Sr. Operation Manager(Base Shenzhen)

Experience level

management level

Minimum experience

12+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Guangzhou, on-site work required and remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

management skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solvingadvanced English

Preferred skills

consumer electronics industry experienceinternational team collaboration

Specializations

manufacturingmanagementoperationscapacity expansioncustomer relations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China

On-site City