Head Of Production

Head Of Production
Viseu
Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal

- Join the biotech revolution transforming construction. - Have an impact towards decarbonization. - Lead a talented and motivate team. Mykor is an
- winning biotechnology company on a mission to decarbonise the construction industry. We create
- negative insulation materials from waste and
- based binders—delivering high performance without compromising sustainability. We’re looking for a Head of Production to lead our manufacturing operations and help scale our impact. If you're a
- on leader with a passion for innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, we want to hear from you. What you’ll be doing:
- Lead and coordinate daily production to meet output, quality, and delivery targets. - Drive continuous improvement and implement Lean Manufacturing principles. - Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company policies. - Manage production KPIs, quality control, and maintenance schedules. - Collaborate with
- functional teams (COO, CTO, QA, logistics, engineering). - Train and develop a
- performance production team. - Oversee project timelines and production flow. What experience you’ll need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field. - 5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment ideally within a biotechnology related industry (highly desirable). - Strong leadership, communication, and
- solving skills. - Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, and biobased materials. - Fluent in English and Portuguese. - Proficiency in Excel, Google Suite, Slack, and production systems. What you’ll get in return for your talents:At Mykor, we provide an engaging and
- on role in a pleasant and flexible work environment. The tasks are diverse, offering the opportunity to acquire various practical skills. As a dynamic and youthful company, our production methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) mirror this energy, allowing space for personal and professional growth within the organisation. You'll be part of a welcoming team atmosphere. Our culture holds significant importance, defined by the pillars of "Innovation. Transparency. Sustainable Growth. " These principles form the bedrock of our operations, rooted in our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity, and efficiency. ● Salary up to €3, 500 pcm (depending on experience) + equity options. ● Subsídio de alimentação (€10. 20/day). ● 22 days holiday + bank holidays. ● Permanent contract. ● Flexible working hours with paid breaks. ● Private health insurance (Allianz). ● Annual
- development budget (€500+). ● Yearly team retreat abroad + monthly team events. ● A chance to shape the future of construction with meaningful climate impact. How to Apply – apply to this advert for a fast response. Roy Bennett at ADLIB is partnering with us for this vacancy.