Operations Specialist – Secure Element Production EA-1362

NAXCON Gmb H, headquartered in Weil am Rhein with additional offices, including Stuttgart, is one of Germany's leading engineering and IT service providers.

Our experts possess extensive expertise in software and hardware development, modern electronics, and cutting‑edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI).

In addition to delivering high‑quality engineering solutions for our customers, we are passionate about driving our own innovation projects as well as research and development activities.

Renowned companies from a wide range of industries place their trust in our expertise, reflecting the outstanding knowledge, professionalism and commitment of our engineers.

• Position
• Operations Specialist – Secure Element Production
• Location
• Bonn, Germany
• Field
• Defence
• Type
• Full‑time
• Project and Operational Environment

The role supports the prototype and serial production of secure hardware elements in the form of USB tokens for a security‑sensitive digitalisation programme.

The operational environment includes the production of certificate carriers, the management of incoming materials and customer orders, the operation of a dedicated production line, and the controlled dispatch of completed secure elements.

The production facility is operated in a restricted on‑site environment in Bonn. Up to approximately 10,000 USB tokens may be processed annually.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the production of secure USB tokens in accordance with defined delivery obligations.
• Receiving deliveries from manufacturers and suppliers.
• Checking incoming goods for completeness, correctness, quantity and visible damage.
• Registering, inventorying and storing delivered USB tokens.
• Recording and processing orders received from authorised customer depots or internal requestors.
• Producing secure elements using the available production line.
• Following defined production procedures, work instructions and security requirements.
• Checking completed orders against delivery notes and order documentation.
• Packaging finished secure elements securely and accurately.
• Preparing completed orders for dispatch.
• Transferring packaged orders to the responsible mail or logistics function.
• Maintaining inventory records and stock lists.
• Ensuring accurate traceability of incoming materials, production quantities, completed orders and dispatched items.
• Supporting technical colleagues in maintaining and operating the production line.
• Reporting production issues, discrepancies, defective items or process deviations.
• Contributing suggestions for the improvement of production processes, tools, documentation and operational workflows.
• Supporting the implementation of approved process improvements together with technical specialists and service architects.
• Ensuring that all production, inventory and dispatch activities are documented completely and correctly.
• Required Qualifications
• At least two years of practical experience using standard office and computer applications.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and comparable office tools.
• At least one year of experience working with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.
• At least one year of professional experience in warehouse operations, inventory management, logistics, order processing or a comparable operational environment.
• Basic understanding of structured production or fulfilment processes.
• Experience handling physical goods, inventories, delivery documentation and shipment preparation.

Formal IT or technical training is advantageous but not mandatory, provided that the candidate can demonstrate the required practical experience.

• Preferred Experience
• Production of identity cards, access cards, smart cards, security tokens, certificates or comparable personalised media.
• Work in controlled, security‑sensitive or highly regulated operational environments.
• Experience operating a standardised production line.
• Experience processing high‑volume, repetitive production orders.
• Experience with barcode systems, inventory tools, warehouse applications or production tracking systems.
• Experience maintaining auditable stock and delivery records.
• Experience handling confidential or security‑relevant materials.
• Technical and Operational Skills
• Microsoft Windows
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Inventory management
• Warehouse operations
• Goods receipt
• Incoming goods inspection
• Order processing
• Stock control
• Inventory‑list maintenance
• Production‑line operation
• Secure USB token production
• Packaging and dispatch preparation
• Delivery‑note verification
• Traceability and documentation
• Quality checks
• Process compliance
• Production support
• Basic troubleshooting
• Process improvement
• Data accuracy
• Language Requirements
• German
• : C1 according to CEFR
• English
• : A1 according to CEFR

Native German speakers do not need to provide separate proof of German proficiency.

Language skills may otherwise be demonstrated through the CV, certificates, employment references, academic records or a self‑declaration.

• Required Soft Skills
• Good teamwork skills.
• Professional and respectful behaviour.
• Clear verbal communication.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to check orders and documents meticulously for completeness and correctness.
• Reliability when handling sensitive materials.
• A structured and disciplined working style.
• Ability to follow defined processes and work instructions.
• Strong sense of responsibility.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks consistently without loss of quality.
• Willingness to support colleagues in operational and production‑related activities.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and elevate them appropriately.
• Working Conditions
• The role requires 100% on‑site presence in Bonn.
• Remote work is not available.
• The candidate must be able and willing to work continuously in a controlled production environment.
• Daily activities may involve receiving, storing, producing, checking, packaging and dispatching physical items.
• The work requires consistent concentration, accurate documentation and careful handling of security‑sensitive products.
• Security‑Related Requirements
• No formal security clearance is currently required for the assignment.
• Candidate profiles must nevertheless include nationality information.
• Applicable security‑related country‑list restrictions must be observed.
• Country‑specific restrictions may apply because of the sensitive operational environment, even where no formal security clearance is required.
• Eligibility must be confirmed before assignment.
• Failure to meet the applicable nationality or country‑list requirements may result in exclusion from the recruitment process.
• Project Reference Requirements

Where project references are requested, each reference should include

• Industry
• Project title
• Short project description
• Duration of the candidate's assignment
• Detailed description of the candidate's responsibilities
• Warehouse, logistics, production or order‑processing activities
• Inventory‑management responsibilities
• Quality‑check and documentation tasks
• Experience handling controlled or security‑sensitive items
• Tools and systems used during the assignment

What we offer

• International working environment: Join a diverse and multicultural team where people from different backgrounds and cultures collaborate to achieve outstanding results.
• German language development: Whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker, we provide a supportive environment to help you improve your German language skills.
• Dedicated point of contact: You will have a personal contact within the company who will support and guide you throughout your employment.
• Professional growth: Our engineers have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across different industries, continuously expanding their expertise and developing new skills.
• Regular team events: We organize regular company events to strengthen team spirit, encourage collaboration and create a positive working atmosphere.
• Competitive compensation: We value our employees and offer an attractive compensation package that reflects your qualifications, experience and performance.
• Note
• Travel expenses for on‑site interviews are covered by the candidates themselves.
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