Senior Plant Manager

Confidential; Feira de Santana; Presencial; BRL 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Plant Manager to lead production operations in Feira de Santana. This role involves directing manufacturing processes, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing production efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing management, a strong understanding of budget management, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. With a focus on continuous improvement and innovation, this position offers the opportunity to drive significant operational outcomes and financial performance. Join a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact on the future of manufacturing.

Qualificações

• 10+ years in manufacturing management; 3+ years managing multiple departments.
• Proficiency in utilizing manufacturing software and ERP systems.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement strategic plans to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Oversee compliance with safety protocols and regulations.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Budget Management

Manufacturing Software

Cost Analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Bilingual (English and Portuguese)

Conflict Management

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Ferramentas

ERP Systems

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Title: Senior Plant Manager

Location: Feira de Santana, Bahia, Brazil

Reports To: Brazil Manufacturing Director

Job Summary:

The Senior Plant Manager has responsibility for directing and controlling elements of the production operations within capital and operating budget parameters for the facility. Responsible for plant safety for all associates. Delivering the financial performance of the site and taking care of all the costs associated with the operations in Feira de Santana Facility, that includes legal responsibility and compliance of the corporate guidelines. Recommends and implements more efficient production methods, processes, purchasing, tooling, and manpower usage techniques as required to meet budget and sales demands. Formulates strategic production plans consistent with company future planning in terms of facilities, equipment, machinery, and personnel. Lead, develops, mentors plant leadership in people development, ways of working, and collaboration with support functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to improve manufacturing efficiency, productivity, and overall performance.
• Manage and lead a diverse team of manufacturing managers, supervisors, and production staff.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track production targets, quality metrics, and operational goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, supply chain, and quality assurance to ensure seamless production processes.
• Monitor and manage the production budget, identifying areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Oversee the implementation and adherence to safety protocols and regulations within the manufacturing facility.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and quality assurance protocols.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the manufacturing team, fostering a culture of teamwork, growth, and accountability for around 400 headcount.
• Drive innovation by staying updated with industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices.
• Accountable for Labor Efficiency, operation efficiency, and Cost of Failure metrics as well the entire financial result of the site and its 4-wall cost. Fully responsible for delivering SIC to the different segments of the company.
• Responsible for delivering product on quality, on time and on cost to the entire company network.
• Drive the strategy with the Engineering team to introduce new products, programs, capital equipment and ways of working to manufacturing, and improvements to capital equipment.
• Design and execute all the CAPEX initiatives in the site. This includes the long-term strategy for the site thinking 3-5 years ahead.
• Conduct the entire automation initiatives inside of the site and work together with the corporate teams in order to fulfill the ERA standards of the organization
• Deliver forecasted hours in order to meet demand and plan headcount/labor to reflect that demand, protecting the cost and profitability.
• Improve OEE through implementing more efficient methods as well as utilizing lean manufacturing methodologies and fully involved with Continuous Improvement operational excellence model.
• Set clear and meaningful performance expectations for direct reports as well as establishing performance objectives for dotted line responsibilities of manufacturing support and direct labor associates.
• Responsible for managing Plant Productivity initiatives and promote challenging environment that will be drive the year over year continues improvement in the site.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate and necessary records to assure accurate inventories of materials, parts and finished goods.
• Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring and guidance to plant management focusing on talent acquisition, retention and development.
• Develop the long term strategy for the site including talent, investment and innovation.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership capability and execution; leading by example and influence
• Experience with budget management, cost analysis, and resource allocation
• Proficiency in utilizing manufacturing software and ERP systems
• Demonstrated successful capability leading in a Brazil facility
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and safety standards within the manufacturing industry
• Successful collaboration capabilities working cross functionally within a matrix environment
• Technical skillset and experience with leading manufacturing facilities
• Demonstrated ability to utilize OPEX and lean manufacturing principles.
• Understanding of the drive of financial performance and manage them.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bi-lingual in English and Portuguese
• Conflict management / resolution experience
• Ability to lead cross functional teams.
• Strong process orientation
• Competent in Microsoft Office
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field
• 10+ years in manufacturing management; 3+ years experience managing multiple departments.