Plant Startup Lead - Build & Run a 3-Shift Production Site

Bwf Group; México; On-site; MXN 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Annual performance-based bonus

Job summary

BWF Profiles in Mexico is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the establishment of a new production site, manage three shifts, and drive scalable plastics extrusion processes.

You will build a capable team, implement standardized work, monitor KPI metrics, ensure safety and quality, and collaborate with HQ in Offingen while living on-site in Mexico. This leadership role offers significant impact and growth potential.

Qualifications

• Proven success in building or scaling a production site and start of serial production.
• Experience in plastics processing (extrusion/thermoplastics), ideally profile manufacturing.
• Residence in Mexico or willingness for long-term on-site assignment; travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Plan and build the new production site from layout to ramp-up.
• Drive OEE targets, cycle times and changeover improvements.
• Recruit, develop and lead a 18–20 person three-shift team.
• Introduce standardized work procedures.
• Ensure stable quality, safety and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with HQ in Offingen and report KPIs.
• Manage budget, inventory, costs and P&L within approved frameworks.

Skills

On-site leadership

Shop-floor presence

OEE & metrics

Spanish & English

International experience

Travel willingness

Education

Engineering degree (production/plastics/mechanical/industrial)

Job description

BWF Profiles in Mexico is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the establishment of a new production site, manage three shifts, and drive scalable plastics extrusion processes.

You will build a capable team, implement standardized work, monitor KPI metrics, ensure safety and quality, and collaborate with HQ in Offingen while living on-site in Mexico. This leadership role offers significant impact and growth potential.