Itentio IT Recruitment
Our partner is a groundbreaking Krakow-based startup, that looking for Production Manager (Hardware) to help them continue transforming rescue and defense operations with the debut of the world’s first fully autonomous drone. Join the cutting edge of AI-powered drone innovation! You may find the full job description below.
Whom are we looking for – Production Manager (Hardware)
Location: Kraków, Poland (on-site work, no remote option due to specifics of the product).
Brief position description
We are seeking a seasoned Production Manager (Hardware) with strong experience in electronics and hardware manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have successfully built or scaled production lines for IT hardware, electronics, or electromechanical products and will be ready to take an ownership of the company’s new drone production facility in Kraków. This is a hands-on leadership role covering line setup, process optimization, people management, and quality assurance.
Why is it worth joining this company?
- Unmatched Growth Potential: Be part of a company where success is shared – join a journey that offers the opportunity to become wealthy while contributing to groundbreaking innovation.
- Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with the most advanced AI systems and autonomous technologies, gaining invaluable expertise in a fast-paced environment that accelerates your learning and career growth.
- Make a Real Impact: Play a role in creating life-saving solutions and changing the world, contributing to transformative advancements in rescue and defense operations.
Production Manager (Hardware) – Key Responsibilities:
- End-to-end production operations: daily line management, takt time, throughput, first-pass yield, OEE.
- Line design & ramp: layout, workstations, jigs/fixtures, ESD & safety, pilot → mass production transfer.
- People leadership: hire, train, and schedule assembly techs; set clear work standards and performance KPIs.
- BOM & materials control: engineering BOM ↔ manufacturing BOM, ECOs, component substitutions, AVL.
- Inventory & supply: MRP, safety stock, cycle counts, kitting, incoming inspection, RMA loop.
- Quality system: IPC/ESD practices, in-process testing, end-of-line test, traceability, 8D/CAPA, SPC.
- Documentation: work instructions (SOPs), control plans, test procedures, traveler/serial tracking in ERP/MES.
- Cross-functional: work with Hardware/PCB/Mechanical/Software on DFM/DFT and continuous improvement.
Production Manager (Hardware) – Main requirements:
- 10+ years leading production for IT hardware/electronics (boards + electromechanical assemblies).
- Hands-on with PCBs/SMT through-hole, rework, conformal coating, cabling, box build.
- Built or scaled at least one production line (prototype → mass production), including QA systems.
- Strong BOM/ECO discipline; comfortable in ERP/MRP (e.g., Odoo, SAP B1, NetSuite).
- Proven team hiring/management at the production-tech/line-lead level (15–50+ headcount).
- Solid grasp of IPC standards, ESD controls, test development, yield improvement.
- Fluent Polish; working English (written + spoken).
Nice to have:
- Drones/UAV, defense, or regulated hardware experience.
- Supplier development in EU/Asia; PCBA/EMS partner management.
- NPI/NPD with DFM/DFT, jigs/fixtures, and automated end-of-line test.
- Experience introducing MES dashboards, barcode/QR traceability, and basic automation.
Success in Your First 90 Days:
- Stabilize a documented daily management system (SQDCP board, shift handovers).
- Lock standard work + visual work instructions for top assemblies.
- Implement basic traceability (serials, traveler, test data) and a live defect Pareto.
Production Manager (Hardware) – What is in it for you?
- Salary range: Up to 10000 PLN on B2B basis;
- Paid Vacations on B2B: 25 days a year;
- Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth and role progression to Head of Manufacturing, including salary advancement;
- Stock options in a high-growth startup;
- Relocation package (in case of relocating to Kraków).
The Next Step for you:
Is it a new challenge for you? If you want to become a valuable part of this project, please apply via the contact form below.
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Preference will be given to candidates who are available to start immediately in their Kraków office (near Krakow ICE) or who are willing to relocate. Candidates with existing EU work authorization are highly encouraged to apply.