Operations Director for Manufacturing site

Avantor; Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global provider is seeking an Operations Director for their manufacturing site in Mexico City. The role involves overseeing plant operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in operations management, particularly in chemical manufacturing, and a proven track record of driving performance and efficiency.

Formación

• 10 years in operations with at least 5 years in key management roles.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure plant meets all regulatory requirements.
• Lead development of manufacturing plant budget and standard costs.
• Collaborate with regional managers to improve service and reduce costs.

Conocimientos

Fiscal management

Projects management

Planning and Logistics

Business acumen

Human Resources

Manufacture of chemical products

Engineering

Educación

BS/BA in a related field (Business/Engineering)

MBA

Six Sigma certification

Lean certification

Descripción del empleo

Operations Director for Manufacturing site

Apply locations: Mexico City, MEX | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago | End Date: May 30, 2025 (11 days left to apply) | Job requisition id: R-165093

The Opportunity:

OVERVIEW

Un director de operaciones es responsable de operar de manera efectiva una planta y un almacén para producir de manera segura productos de calidad entregados a tiempo dentro de un presupuesto y cumpliendo con todos los requisitos reglamentarios. En esta función, el director de operaciones lidera el desarrollo y la implementación de un plan estratégico que respalda la hoja de ruta estratégica de la región y aborda las necesidades específicas de la planta para seguir siendo competitivos mediante iniciativas de mejora continua. Con base en este plan estratégico, el director de operaciones define y asigna trabajo para mejorar continuamente la operación mediante la implementación/mantenimiento de sistemas en toda la planta de acuerdo con la orientación corporativa/regional, integración del trabajo interfuncional y aumento sistemático de la capacidad/eficacia individual en toda la organización.

A Operation Director is accountable for effectively operating a plant and warehouse to safely produce quality products delivered on time within a Budget and meeting all regulatory requirements. In this role the Operation Director leads the development and implementation of a strategic plan which supports the region's strategic roadmap and addresses plant-specific needs to remain competitive through continuous improvement initiatives. Based on this strategic plan, the Operation Director defines and assigns work to continuously improve the operation by implementing/maintaining plant-wide systems in accordance with corporate/regional guidance, integrating cross-functional work, and systematically increasing individual capability/effectiveness throughout the organization.

POSITION PROFILE (Main purpose of position and interdependencies)

Responsable de operar de manera efectiva las necesidades específicas de la compañía mediante iniciativas de mejora continua.

Responsible for effectively operating the specific needs of the company through continuous improvement initiatives.

MAJOR JOB DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DELIVERABLES (KPIs)

Asegura que la planta cumpla con todos los requisitos reglamentarios (seguridad, medio ambiente, calidad) a través del desarrollo, mantenimiento, implementación y documentación de los sistemas de toda la planta según los estándares corporativos/regionales. Ejecuta la función de responsable Sanitario ante el departamento de salud del gobierno para el funcionamiento adecuado de la planta. Asegura que la planta adquiera materias primas, programe la producción, produzca productos de calidad según lo programado y envíe productos desde el almacén para cumplir con los requisitos del cliente/negocio dentro del presupuesto financiero acordado. Colabora con otros gerentes regionales y el director de planificación/logística de Avantor para garantizar que se implementen sistemas de cadena de suministro efectivos para mejorar continuamente el servicio al cliente, reducir costos y aumentar el flujo de caja. Desarrolla y mejora la capacidad organizacional/individual a través del desarrollo de relaciones sólidas con los empleados, planes de desarrollo personal, planificación de la sucesión y preparación para el desempeño. El director de operaciones es responsable de asegurar que la moral de la planta y las relaciones entre empleados y sindicatos respalden los objetivos de la planta y de la empresa. Lidera el desarrollo del presupuesto de la planta de fabricación y los costos estándar. Asegura la gestión constante del costo del presupuesto, los programas continuos de reducción de costos y la utilización efectiva de las herramientas de excelencia operativa para impulsar la mejora continua en el sitio. Asegura que todos los niveles de la organización entiendan/controlen su impacto personal en el desempeño financiero de la planta a través de expectativas/objetivos claros, seguimiento del desempeño y entrenamiento. Asegura la gestión del flujo de efectivo de la planta al presupuestar y controlar los gastos de capital y las inversiones en inventario según las políticas corporativas. Asegura la mejora continua en la eficiencia del equipo/proceso para cumplir con los requisitos comerciales (costo, seguridad, calidad, servicio, medio ambiente). Colabora con el Gerente de Proyectos Principales para identificar y abordar grandes oportunidades de mejora dentro de la planta o en la planta. Asegura que la condición/apariencia de las instalaciones se mantenga y cumpla con los requisitos reglamentarios mientras mejora continuamente para cumplir con los requisitos comerciales/clientes. Asegura que el equipo y el proceso sean capaces y produzcan poco desperdicio, para cumplir con las especificaciones del producto y que existan sistemas para mantener/mejorar continuamente. Asegura la operación efectiva del almacén, incluyendo: fila de material eficiente, condiciones de almacenamiento adecuadas, gestión de inventarios, envíos a tiempo y precisos a los clientes, y el logro de otras métricas de distribución clave. Trabaja en colaboración con clientes, marketing, empresas de logística, etc., para cumplir con las expectativas de servicio, costo, normativas y calidad. Trabaja en colaboración con Marketing y R&D para desarrollar, planificar y lanzar nuevos productos en el sitio asegurando la capacidad del proceso; el proyecto cumple con el presupuesto financiero y la transferencia exitosa del producto a la fabricación.

FUNCIONES ESPECÍFICAS/NO ESENCIALES DEL DEPARTAMENTO:

Asegura que los recursos apropiados estén disponibles para apoyar las operaciones y satisfacer las necesidades comerciales. Desafía a la organización para garantizar que los recursos sean necesarios y se utilicen por completo en todas las funciones de la planta. Mantiene políticas y procedimientos de acuerdo con los estándares de Avantor y las regulaciones locales. Identifica si los problemas deben resolverse y los eleva al siguiente nivel. Mantiene relaciones efectivas con los empleados basadas en la confianza mutua, el trabajo en equipo y la responsabilidad. Lidera colaborativamente las negociaciones sindicales con los recursos corporativos. Trabaja en colaboración con las funciones corporativas/regionales en el día a día. Otras funciones asignadas con o sin adaptaciones. Puesto elegible a trabajo flexible de acuerdo a las necesidades del negocio.

CONDICIONES DE TRABAJO:

El Director de Operaciones debe viajar periódicamente además de trabajar en contacto con clientes, proveedores y grupos profesionales.

Insures plant meets all regulatory requirements(safety, environmental, quality) through the development, maintenance, implementation and documentation to plant wide systems based on corp/regional standards. Performs the function of Sanitary Responsible before the government health department for the proper functioning of the plant Insures plant procures raw materials, schedules production, produces quality product to schedule, and ships product from the warehouse to meet customer/business requirements within agreed to financial budget Collaborates with other Regional Managers and the Avantor Director of Planning/Logistic to ensure effective supply chain systems are in place to continuously improve service to the customer, reduce cost, and increase cash flow Develops and improves organizational/individual capability through the development of strong employee relationships, personal development plans, succession planning, and performance coaching. The Operation Director is accountable to insure plant morale and employee/union relations support plant/business objectives. Leads development of manufacturing plant budget and standard costs Insures constant management of cost to budget, ongoing cost reduction programs, and effective utilization of operational excellence tools to drive continuous improvement at the site. Ensures all levels of the organization understand/controls their personal impact the plant´s financial performance thought clear expectations/goaling, performance tracking, and coaching Insures management of plant cash flow by budgeting and controlling capital expenditure and inventory investments in accordance with corporative policies Insures continuous improvement in equipment/process efficiency to meet business requirements (cost, safety, quality, service, environmental). Collaborates with Manager of Major Projects to identify and address large pant or intraplant improvement opportunities Insures facility condition/appearance is maintained and meets regulatory requirements while continuously improving to meet business/customer requirements. Insures equipment and process are capable and low waste, to meet product specifications and systems are in place to maintain/ continuously improve Insures the effective operation of the warehouse include: efficient material row, appropriate storage conditions, managing inventories, on-time and accurate shipments to the customers, and attainment of other key distributions metrics. Works collaboratively with customers, Marketing, logistic companies, etc. to meet service, cost, regulatory and quality expectations. Work collaboratively with Marketing and R&D to develop, plan, and launch new products at the site insuring process capability; project meets financial budget, and successful product transfer to manufacturing Position eligible for flexible working according to business needs.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Insures that appropriate resources are available to support operations and to meet business needs. Challenges the organization to insure resources are necessary and fully utilized across all functions at the plant Maintains policies and procedures in accordance with Avantor standards and local regulations. Identifies if issues need to be resolved and raises to the next level. Maintains effective employee relations built on mutual trust, teamwork and accountability Collaboratively leads union negotiations with corporate resources Works collaboratively with corporate/regional functions on day to day basis Other duties as assigned with or without accommodations

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Operation Director must travel periodically plus work with contacts at customers, suppliers, and professional groups.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education/training, experience, and certifications)

• Carrera profesional en un campo relacionado (Negocios/Ingeniería, preferiblemente ingeniería química), Six Sigma y/o certificación Lean como una ventaja. MBA un plus / BS/BA in a related field (Business/Engineering- chemical engineering preferred), Six Sigma and/or Lean certification a plus. MBA a plus.
• Diez (10) años en actividades orientadas a las operaciones con al menos cinco (5) años en funciones gerenciales claves, directamente responsables del desempeño individual y del equipo. Se prefiere una amplia experiencia en fabricación de productos químicos con capacidad demostrada para trabajar en colaboración con todas las funciones para respaldar un crecimiento agresivo. Uso demostrado de técnicas y metodologías de SPC y OpEx para liderar los esfuerzos de mejora continua a través de la resolución efectiva de problemas y la implementación del plan de acciones correctivas.
• Ten (10) years in operations-oriented activities with at least five (5) years in key management roles directly responsible for individual and team performance. Extensive chemical manufacturing experience preferred with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all functions to support aggressive growth. Demonstrated use of SPC and OpEx techniques and methodology to lead continuous improvement efforts through effective problem solving and implementation of corrective actions plan.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)

• Gestión Fiscal / Fiscal management
• Gestión de proyectos / Projects management
• Planificación y Logística / Planning and Logistics
• Fabricación de productos químicos / Manufacture of chemical products
• Visión para los negocios / Business acumen
• Ingeniería / Engineering
• Recursos humanos / Human Resources
• ISO 9001 / ISO 9001

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under typical positions)

Por lo general, trabaja en un entorno de oficina con iluminación y ventilación adecuadas y un rango normal de temperatura y nivel de ruido. Las asignaciones de trabajo están diversificadas. Se utilizan ejemplos de precedentes pasados para resolver problemas de trabajo. Se pueden desarrollar nuevas alternativas para resolver los problemas. Un volumen frecuente de trabajo y plazos imponen tensión en la rutina. Se requiere un esfuerzo físico mínimo. El trabajo es principalmente sedentario, pero requiere caminar, pararse, agacharse, alcanzar, levantar o transportar objetos que normalmente pesan menos de 10 libras.

Las declaraciones anteriores están destinadas a describir la naturaleza general y el nivel de trabajo realizado por personas asignadas a este trabajo. No pretenden ser una lista exhaustiva de todas las responsabilidades, habilidades, esfuerzos o condiciones de trabajo asociadas con un trabajo.

Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level. Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems. A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis. Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 10 lbs.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job.

ORGANIZATION CHART (Current and future)

• Senior Director, Manufacturing Operations >> Operations Director

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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