Title: Plant Operations ManagerDepartment: PlantLocation: Shift EV Factory, 6th of OctoberAbout Shift EvShift EV is on a mission to electrify transportation and accelerate the global shift to sustainable mobility. Founded in 2021, we developed the first automotive-grade industrial retrofitting process to reduce the cost and speed of electrification by an order of magnitude. Our business today spans MENA and Europe, financed by category-leading investors. We empower our people with the responsibility to drive change at scale. At Shift EV, your ideas don’t just matter — they shape a more sustainable world. Join us and be part of something bigger: the future of electric mobility
You’ll Work OnYou will gain direct exposure to plant leadership, playing a key role in shaping manufacturing operations, translating production priorities into results, and contributing to the continuous improvement of Shift EV’s manufacturing capabilities. You will lead Production Engineering Team Leaders and technicians across all production lines, developing talent, building ownership, and fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. You will drive operational excellence by improving productivity, optimizing manufacturing processes, eliminating waste, and resolving recurring issues while ensuring high standards of safety and quality and meeting production cost and schedule targets. Working closely with Manufacturing Engineering, you will implement new solutions and strengthen overall manufacturing performance.
You will report directly to the Plant Director, acting as his key partner in production leadership and decision-making to drive effective manufacturing execution.
You’ll Have Ownership Over
- * Coordinate production activities with other departments to achieve production targets efficiently and on schedule.
- Monitor and drive performance across Safety, People, Quality, Productivity, and Cost, ensuring clear KPIs and regular shop-floor communication through performance boards and start-up meetings.
- Manage work-in-progress (WIP) and semi-finished goods to ensure a healthy and consistent flow of materials for retrofitting operations.
- Ensure adherence to standardized production processes and quality specifications across all production lines.
- Lead systematic problem-solving efforts to address operational issues, identify root causes, and prevent recurrence.
- Drive continuous improvement in production efficiency while minimizing labor overtime, downtime, and repair costs.
- Develop and coach production teams, building technical capabilities, accountability, and a high-performance culture.
- Maintain shop-floor organization by implementing Lean Manufacturing practices, including 5S.
- Manage and review team performance, incentives, and overtime to support effective people and cost management.
You Are
- * A bachelor's degree holder in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
- Experienced in production or manufacturing operations, with 8–10 years of relevant experience and a proven ability to lead teams in an automotive environment.
- A strong leader with a track record of developing high-performing teams and building the capabilities of others.
- A results-driven decision-maker who can translate business priorities into operational results.
- An analytical problem-solver with strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Proficient in English.
- Proficient in ERP systems.
What To Expect From Us
- * An impact-driven mission and a world-class team to work with.
- A culture that values contribution and competencies, offering fast career growth opportunities.
- A supportive environment where people and leaders invest in their teams’ success, continuously improve how we work, and strive for excellence.
