FRENCH SPEAKERS: Mill General Manager (f/m/x)
Great management role in the French paper industry:Our client is part of a successful and future-oriented group, one of the leading companies in the paper industry in Europe.
At the idyllic location in France, several paper types are produced using the latest technology. Actively be part of shaping the Mill's future, become part of the success story, and enjoy the art of living in France!
Tasks & Responsibilities:- Ensuring the availability and process capability of the entire production plant, including technology, in the spirit of continuous improvement (CIP).
- Financial responsibility for the mill with reporting, forecast, and budgets.
- Management of all employees at the plant, collaboration with the works council.
- Representing the plant externally (e.g., authorities, etc.).
- Continuous development of production processes as well as standard operating and functional procedures.
- Close coordination with production management.
- Supervision and management of projects and troubleshooting activities (both internally and within corporate working groups).
- Support in ensuring and monitoring compliance with all standards (occupational health & safety, quality, cost, etc.).
- Support in the planning, execution, and commissioning of investment projects.
- Further development of technologies, standards, and machine parameters regarding run ability, quality, and costs.
- Collection and analysis of plant-related data, reporting.
Education & Professional Experience:- Degree in Process Engineering (Paper Production, Mechanical Engineering) or a comparable field of study.
- Several years of hands-on leadership experience in paper production and technology.
- Experience in project management and/or comparable challenges.
- Solid business management knowledge.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
- Proven experience in employee management.
- Confidence in delegating tasks.
Personality:- Strong technical and technological understanding.
- Natural authority, close connection to production, and strong personal presence.
- Assertiveness with a consistent and sustainable approach to decision-making.
- Resilience and the ability to go the extra mile.
- Determination and high level of drive.
- Flexibility and strong commitment to performance.
- Strong hands-on mentality; ability to lead by walking around.
- Team-oriented and structured working style.
- Excellent communication skills across all hierarchical levels.
- High level of self-motivation.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Willingness to pursue further professional development.
Languages:- French fluent written and spoken.
- English business fluent.