Operations Manager

Position Overview

The role of Operations Manager at Forge Robotics offers a part-time position based in Berlin, Germany, combining both on-site and remote work. The manager will oversee daily operational activities such as production scheduling, coordinating workflows, allocating resources, and managing vendors to guarantee seamless manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and refine operational procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Track and report on key performance indicators related to manufacturing.
• Support logistics management for modular factory units and contract manufacturing initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering, R&D, and leadership teams to ensure operations align with project schedules, quality standards, and customer needs.
• Optimize inventory control and supply chain workflows.
• Maintain thorough documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts within the organization.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience in operations management including production planning, workflow coordination, and process enhancement.
• Background in manufacturing or hardware operations, preferably in high-precision or industrial sectors.
• Strong capabilities in project coordination, scheduling, and working across technical and non-technical teams.
• Competency in operational software tools such as spreadsheets, ERPs, inventory management systems, and project management platforms.
• Good grasp of supply chain, vendor oversight, and logistics within manufacturing contexts.
• Excellent organizational skills, analytical thinking, detail-oriented approach, and decision-making based on data.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal; additional German language skills advantageous.
• Effective management of hybrid work settings, balancing on-site duties in Berlin and remote collaboration.
• Experience with dynamic startups or scaling operational teams preferred.
• Academic credentials including a Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.