Plant Operations Leader - Lean, Quality & Safety Expert

Clayens; Ciudad de México; On-site; MXN 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayens in Mexico City seeks an experienced Plant Director to lead manufacturing operations, ensure safety, quality, delivery and cost targets, and drive continuous improvement. You will define strategic direction, optimize resources, and manage budgets while nurturing leadership and stakeholder relationships.

The role requires transformative leadership in automotive/industrial environments, strong focus on OEE, Lean/Six Sigma, and sustainability initiatives to boost profitability and

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electronic, Mechatronics or related field.
• Master's degree in Administration, Manufacturing or Operations Management.
• More than 10 years of manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 5 years in senior leadership positions (Senior Operations Manager, Plant Manager, or Plant Director).
• Experience in automotive, metalworking, plastics, electronics, or similar industry manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the plant's operational strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Ensure compliance with the annual operating budget.
• Establish KPIs and track site results.
• Participate in strategic planning of growth, expansion and new projects.
• Guarantee compliance with production schedules in time, quantity and quality.
• Optimize the use of human resources, materials and equipment.
• Ensure high levels of operational efficiency (OEE).
• Promote standardization of processes and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with internal and customer quality standards.
• Lead corrective and preventive actions to eliminate defects and claims.
• Maintain the certifications required by the organization (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, among others).
• Promote a culture of zero accidents and ensure compliance with labor, environmental, and safety legislation.
• Lead risk prevention and sustainability programs.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Kaizen philosophy.
• Lead projects to reduce costs and improve productivity.
• Promote innovation and the digital transformation of processes.
• Control operating costs, indirect expenses, and manufacturing costs.
• Identify opportunities for savings and improved profitability.
• Analyze financial statements related to plant operation.
• Develop and strengthen the plant's leadership team.
• Promote a positive and performance-oriented work environment.
• Participate in succession processes and development of key talent.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external customer requirements.
• Participate in audits and customer visits.
• Maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Quality: PPM, Scrap, Customer Complaints.
• Delivery: OTD (On Time Delivery).
• Costs: Budget variation, annual savings.
• Continuous Improvement: Lean projects implemented and savings generated.

Job description

Clayens in Mexico City seeks an experienced Plant Director to lead manufacturing operations, ensure safety, quality, delivery and cost targets, and drive continuous improvement. You will define strategic direction, optimize resources, and manage budgets while nurturing leadership and stakeholder relationships.

The role requires transformative leadership in automotive/industrial environments, strong focus on OEE, Lean/Six Sigma, and sustainability initiatives to boost profitability and