Foreman

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Production Line Manager

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ABB’s Drives factory in Jüri, Estonia, was established in 2005 and is part of ABB’s global Motion business. The factory is one of ABB’s major production sites for low-voltage drives (frequency converters), power inverters and converters.

Our products are used across industries, including manufacturing and marine applications, to control electric motors, improve process efficiency and reduce energy consumption by up to 50%. Most of the drives produced in Jüri are exported to global markets.
We are looking for a Foreman to join our production team and support daily manufacturing operations in a fast-paced industrial environment.
The work model for the role is: onsite #LIonsite
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while leading and supporting the shift team in achieving operational goals.

You will work closely with production, engineering, quality, and planning teams to drive performance, solve operational challenges, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Monitor and drive production performance against key metrics (e.g. productivity, quality, and delivery), taking timely corrective actions to improve efficiency
• Plan and coordinate daily shift operations, including resource allocation and staffing to meet production requirements
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and quality standards and promote a safe working culture
• Lead, coach, and develop team members, supporting skill development and cross-functional flexibility
• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes, reduce waste, and optimize performance
• Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and planning teams to proactively resolve issues and improve operational outcomes

Qualifications for the role

• Technical education is preferred
• Prior experience in a production environment and/or team leadership role
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across teams
• Solid analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Proficiency in standard computer applications and systems
• Good command of English and Russian (both written and spoken), Estonian language skills are considered an advantage

More about us

• We care. Аbout your health, well-being, and work-life balance. That’s why we offer private health insurance, sports compensation, and other perks to help you feel your best.
• We grow together. You’ll be part of a supportive international team where collaboration is real, not just a buzzword.
• We stay curious. Learning never stops here. From hands-on experience to development programs - you’ll have space to explore, learn, and try new things.
• We value your impact. Your work matters. We offer an annual bonus and celebrate the wins: big or small.
• We keep it modern. With flexible working and smart tools, we make sure your everyday work experience is smooth and up to date.

For more information, please contact Talent Partner Elena, +372 5680 1416

We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated).

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