Product Owner – Industrial Solutions

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within Knauf Insulation could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

Knauf Insulation is proud to be part of the Knauf Group, a global manufacturer of construction materials. Our division is approaching 50 years of heritage in manufacturing insulation, with a growing global reach in 40 countries and ambitious goals for the future. We are looking for passionate, ambitious people to join our 6,000-strong team and help us achieve these goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world.

The expansion of the Digital Manufacturing Department means we are now looking for a Product Owner – Industrial Solutions in Visé and reporting to the Digital Manufacturing Director.

• Are you passionate about staying at the forefront of emerging technologies in industrial automation and integrating them to enhance efficiency, quality and sustainability?
• Do you see yourself leading the development of cutting-edge industrial solutions to improve manufacturing processes?
• Can you manage the full lifecycle of industrial solutions, from ideation to deployment, while aligning product roadmaps with business objectives and manufacturing needs?
• Would you enjoy collaborating with diverse teams across multiple plants to implement innovative solutions and make a tangible impact on manufacturing processes worldwide?

As a Product Owner – Industrial Solutions you would lead the development and deployment of cutting-edge industrial solutions for glass and rock wool manufacturing processes. This role focuses on leveraging advanced technologies such as vision systems, model-based control, and other emerging innovations to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and sustainability. You would be responsible for defining product specifications, managing pilot validations, and developing roll-out strategies across multiple plants.

Product Development and Management

• Define and manage the product roadmap for industrial solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and manufacturing needs.
• Develop detailed product specifications, incorporating advanced technologies such as vision systems, model-based control, and other innovative tools.
• Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of industrial solutions, from ideation to deployment.

Pilot Validation and Roll-Out Strategy

• Lead pilot projects to validate the feasibility and effectiveness of proposed solutions in real-world manufacturing environments.
• Collaborate with plant teams to gather feedback, refine solutions, and ensure readiness for full-scale implementation.
• Develop and execute roll-out strategies to standardize solutions across multiple manufacturing plants.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as the primary point of contact between plant teams, technology providers, and internal stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops, meetings, and training sessions to ensure alignment and knowledge transfer.
• Build strong relationships with plant teams to understand their challenges and tailor solutions accordingly.

Technology Integration

• Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends in industrial automation and manufacturing.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance manufacturing processes.
• Ensure seamless integration of new solutions with existing systems and processes.

This position requires extensive travel to collaborate with plant teams and stakeholders, ensuring the successful implementation of solutions tailored to operational needs. Expected business travels is between 25-50% of time.

We are interested in you as a person; your attitude, behaviours and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you.

What we'd love for you to have:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Automation, or a related field.
• Proven experience in product ownership, industrial automation, or manufacturing process improvement.
• Experience in an industrial setup.
• Knowledge of vision systems, model-based control, and other advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Ability to work independently and travel extensively to manufacturing plants and stakeholder locations.

If you have experience in the following areas – this is an added advantage:

• Experience in glass or rock wool manufacturing

• Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools for product development

• Knowledge of an additional language

As this is a central, international position, the package and associated benefits will be those of the contract's host country. Our common criterion was to build a comprehensive salary package that stands out in the market.

On top of that, a dedicated time for personal development and potential for leadership training will be provided.

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process - so we have committed to replying to your application within five working days.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion (D&I) reinforces our Knauf Insulation values of Making Tomorrow a Home for all of us. We are committed to creating a workplace where we all can thrive, whoever we are, and inspiring a culture of inclusion and innovation that will drive future business success. We do our best to make sure being at work feels like home. To learn more about our business and culture go here (People & Culture - Knauf Insulation Western Europe)

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