Plant Director

Krug Associates; Sachsen-Anhalt; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global executive search firm is seeking a Plant Director for a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in East Germany. The ideal candidate will be an experienced leader in manufacturing operations, focusing on operational excellence and continuous improvement. This role involves overseeing daily operations, maximizing productivity, and ensuring quality standards while fostering a collaborative work environment. A strong technical background and fluency in German and English are essential for success in this dynamic position.

Qualifikationen

• Proven work experience as a Plant Manager or Production/Manufacturing Manager.
• Fluency in German and English.

Aufgaben

• Oversee all daily plant operations and ensure policies are followed.
• Develop processes to maximize safety, quality, and productivity.
• Allocate resources effectively and optimize efficiency.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Operational Excellence

Team Building

Decision-Making

Ausbildung

Engineering

Production Management

Jobbeschreibung

Plant Director

Krug Associates is a global executive search firm specializing in global industry and life sciences assignments, delivering top executive and board-level talent uniquely suited to drive client success.

We are excited to partner with one of our bluechip industrial clients to find a Plant Director to manage an integrated manufacturing plant in East Germany. In an advanced manufacturing environment with modern manufacturing processes, the facility has 150 FTEs, is state-of-the art, and will require an experienced leader to continue achieving production efficiency and product output.

As a strategic production and innovation hub, this is an exciting opportunity for a driven leader who wants to join a fast growing business.

The Opportunity

As a key member of the global senior leadership team, the Plant Director will be an accomplished senior manufacturing executive with a proven track record of success in leading the manufacturing operations at a specific site within a fast-growing industrial B2B company. Technically experienced and a well-rounded leader, this individual will also be a strategic executive with strong operational capabilities. Focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement, they will thrive in delivering exceptional service to both internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily plant operations, from production and manufacturing to ensuring policies and procedures are followed
• Develop and implement processes that will maximize stewardship, safety, quality and productivity
• Plan, organize, and direct day-to-day operations to optimize efficiency and exceed customer expectations
• Increase production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards
• Be responsible for production output, product quality and on-time shipping
• Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results
• Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus
• Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions
• Build a trusting relationship with the workgroup and oversee the recruitment, management, and development of plant staff
• Collect and analyze data to find places of waste or overtime
• Commit to plant safety procedures
• Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets
• Address employee issues or grievances and administer collective bargaining agreements
• Stay up to date with latest production management best practices and concepts

Qualification and Experience

• Strong technical background (i.e. engineering, production management or similar education)
• Fluency in German and English
• Proven work experience as a Plant Manager or Production/Manufacturing Manager
• In-depth knowledge of production and process management, as well as continuous improvement (CIP)
• Proven managerial experience leading teams of around 150 FTEs
• Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, and human resources)
• Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise
• Be knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory and stewardship processes
• Ability to create accountability and lead by example
• Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills
• Excellent strategic mind set with a track record of managing senior executives, while also being able to convince and implement
• Ability to stretch beyond this role in the future
• Strong presence and gravitas to operate at a senior level

Attractiveness of this role

Cultural fit within this company is crucial, as the company is characterized by a flat hierarchy, direct and open communication, and a dynamic and collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team-oriented environment with pragmatic interactions, a strong sense of professional pride, and healthy competition. As the organization remains relatively small, a pioneering spirit is a key differentiator, and anyone joining should embrace this cultural trait, which is a major driver of success. Building close working relationships with the global management team, local sales and technical teams, and other stakeholders across the value chain is essential for success in this role.

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