Are you passionate about continue your leadership journey as an APU Manager and achieving exceptional results in a manufacturing environment? Do you have a strong background in engineering (CI, Lean, Project Management, Value Stream) and a drive for continuous improvement?

What is the job about?

As an APU Manager, you will be responsible for the performance of SQDICP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Cost, and People) within the APU. You will lead and inspire your team  of 220-250 employees through guidance, coaching, and motivation, ensuring alignment with the factory’s strategy and driving continuous improvement.  This position is ideal for junior leaders looking to develop their skills and advance within the management team, with the potential to grow into senior roles in the future.

Among other exciting tasks, you will:

• Ensure that the team understands and aligns with the factory’s strategy.
• Train and develop the team to achieve strong results and adhere to standards.
• Facilitate day-to-day business operations and foster clear communication between teams.
• Promote a common understanding of Grundfos strategy within the APU.
• Be a role model for our Code of Conduct.
• Prioritize meeting customer needs as a core responsibility.
• Actively participate in capacity expansion projects, contributing to the growth and efficiency of the production area.

Your background

We imagine that you have:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in engineering or a similar field.
• Management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience, making this role perfect for junior professionals eager to step into leadership roles.
• Excellent knowledge of Lean methodologies.
• Proficient English skills – both verbal and written.
• A proactive, charismatic personality with strong interpersonal and cooperative skills.
• A structured and conscientious approach, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables.
• A strong leadership affinity and a passion for technical excellence, capable of inspiring teams and driving operational success.

What’s in it for you?

You’ll be an invaluable part of our leadership team, a diverse network of pioneers guiding others in seeing possibilities, not problems. You’ll be instrumental in spreading our optimistic, can-do attitude to advance global innovation and a clear sense of purpose, embodying our six core values, guiding our colleagues in living them day by day, and making a difference in global projects. We support you in navigating your own career and development path, offering you tools to hone your leadership craft, both within your field and to broaden your interest or expertise in areas such as diversity & inclusion, coaching, and culture.

In addition, your day-to-day benefits include:

• A diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
• Access to flexible working hours and up to 3 days’ additional paid leave for volunteering.
• Annual bonuses, health insurance, parental support, internal well-being consultants, and programs.
• Access to the modern Grundfos Academy for personal and professional development.

Do you want to learn more?

If you have questions or would like to know more about this position, please contact Eszter Kocsis recruiter at ekocsis@grundfos.com .

If this job sounds appealing, please send your resume by clicking “Apply.”

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We look forward to hearing from you!