**METODO ESCALA NEGOCIOS SA DE CV is seeking a Production Manager in Querétaro, Querétaro** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A prominent company in the sector is currently seeking: **OPERATIONS MANAGER (Production and Maintenance)** **Position Objective:** Ensure operational efficiency through strategies that guarantee production and maintenance performance in accordance with established quality standards. **Key Responsibilities:** * Plan and develop strategies to optimize departmental efficiency. * Ensure production planning, scheduling, and fulfillment. * Adjust procedures based on machinery, equipment, and staff capabilities. * Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance of operations and facilities. * Assign tasks to supervisors and monitor their work, ensuring productivity and safety records are maintained. * Develop and monitor the department’s annual budget. * Lead continuous improvement projects and cost-optimization initiatives. * Interpret diagrams, specifications, and production orders. * Coordinate special company projects. * Manage direct reports (22 employees), fostering a stable work environment. **Requirements:** * Education: Industrial, Mechanical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering or related field. (Technicians with extensive experience in the field may also be considered.) * Experience: **4 to 8 years** coordinating production and maintenance in the metal-mechanical, machining, or home appliance industries. Knowledge: * Production processes * Preventive and corrective maintenance * Machining centers * Quality management systems * Advanced Microsoft Office (**Intermediate Excel required**) * Competencies: Self-management, leadership, assertive communication, results orientation, innovation, teamwork Interested candidates may apply through this channel. **Desired Education Level:** Bachelor’s degree — completed **Desired Experience Level:** Expert Level **Departmental Function:** Manufacturing / Operations **Industry:** Mining and Metals **Skills:** * Supervision * Maintenance * Planning * Coordination *This job posting originates from the Talenteca.com job board:* *https://www.talenteca.com/anuncio?j_id=6949ce5d3600003800baff3d&source=indeed