Regional Production Manager

Hybrid Model (remotely & on-site)

Drive Operational Excellence and Lead Innovation - Collaborate to Shape the Future of Air Cargo Across the Americas.

Facts

  • Location

    Chicago (IL)

  • Employment level

    Direct entry

  • Function

    Quality Management

  • Working time

    Full time

  • Salary

    Salary range: $7,700 - $9,600 per month

  • Publishing date

    10-21-2025

  • Application deadline

    11-04-2025

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Step into a dynamic role as Regional Production Manager, driving operational excellence and quality across the Americas. Collaborate with regional teams and HQ in Germany, optimize suppliers, implement digital solutions, monitor KPIs, lead projects, and shape the future of air cargo.

  • Maintain production framework (cargo, aircraft handling, RFS) ensuring safety, security and quality per LCAG standards
  • Implement digitization strategy in coordination with F/HG
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant internal and external regulations
  • Provide counseling and advice to F/GCs on special topics
  • Implement and achieve quality and process KPIs, monitoring data quality across all regional locations
  • Manage supplier portfolio with local and central stakeholders
  • Liaise with sales units to understand customer needs and secure high satisfaction
  • Act as contact for local handling projects and ensure sustainable implementation
  • Analyze handling KPIs, perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

 

* Performs all other duties assigned by superiors

Company bonus (if applicable), Flight privileges, 15-20 Vacation Days, 401k plan, Commuter Benefits, Education, Employee Assistance Program, Family Policy, Flex Holidays, Healthcare, Life Insurance, Long Disability, Short Disability, up to 60 Sick Days

Our Purpose

The Lufthansa Group connects people, cultures, and economies in a sustainable way.

Our Philosophy - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a part of our DNA which enables us to remain innovative and competitive

We are committed to embracing diversity of backgrounds and perspectives, creating equitable opportunities and experiences for all, and fostering an inclusive culture that allows everyone to be their authentic selves.

You maintain a strong focus on safety and quality, ensuring that your work consistently supports operational excellence.

You bring sharp analytical and conceptual thinking, approaching data, problem solving and project delivery with precision, insight and a clear strategic view. Your independence, adaptability and flexibility help you excel in fast paced, high pressure, constantly evolving dynamic global environments.

To excel in this role, you will need a combination of the following qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in logistics, business, or a related field
  • Min. 3–5 years of experience in air cargo, logistics, or the airline industry
  • Fluency in English required
  • Good knowledge of LH Cargo’s production processes and organization. Alternatively, excellent knowledge of comparable international airline/ logistics industry structures
  • For Procurement / Supplier Management tasks desired relevant work experience of several years in procurement function
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Clear communication and effective negotiation skills
  • Willingness to travel
  • Manage constant time pressure
  • Manage high stress levels
  • Must possess a legal work permit in the U.S.

 

* CV/Resume and Motivation Letter required

* Company may provide relocation assistance

About Lufthansa Cargo AG

Lufthansa Cargo Aktiengesellschaft, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, is a subsidiary of Deutsche Lufthansa Aktiengesellschaft. Lufthansa Cargo ranks among the world’s leading air freight carriers and currently employs about 4,150 people worldwide. Lufthansa Cargo focuses on the airport-to-airport business. The cargo carrier serves around 300 destinations in more than 100 countries with its own fleet of freighters, the belly capacities of passenger aircraft operated by the Lufthansa Group and an extensive road feeder service network. The bulk of the cargo volume is routed through Frankfurt Airport.

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