Production Manager

Freudenberg; Ciudad de México; On-site; MXN 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg seeks a Head of Production in the Mexico City area to drive plant performance, owning budget, P&L and key KPIs while leading HR, talent development and coaching for staff.

You will interact with regional and global teams, champion process improvements, and ensure safety, quality and cost optimization while aligning with corporate policies.

Qualifications

• Academic degree or equivalent in engineering or related field.
• FMCG industry knowledge.
• 3+ years as head of production or similar leadership role.
• Fluent English; another language preferred.
• Change management experience.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Understanding of KPIs and financial figures.

Responsibilities

• Achieve plant budget and KPIs with full P&L responsibility.
• Lead HR, talent development, coaching, and staff discipline as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, cost, and innovation to grow profits.
• Ensure compliance with Freudenberg policies, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Fluent English

Change Management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Academic degree or equivalent technical education

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities responsible for the achievement of the plant budget incl. all relevant KPIs, legal P&L responsibility and also other, non-financial targets ensures effective HR and people Management: FUEL, proactive Talent Management and selecting, orienting, developing, coaching, counselling and disciplining subordinates and staff acts as a corporate entrepreneur: creates, develops and executes ideas, programs and initiatives which are relevant not only for the plant(s) but for the company in total ensures full compliance with all Freudenberg and FHCS stated practices, strategic objectives & reporting deadlines as well as defined corporate policies and guidelines, in general and specifically HSE/Quality related policies ensure continuous improvement on productivity, cost and innovation in order to secure growth and profit

Additional Responsibilities

ensures full compliance of the operation with all legal, safety and Freudenberg compliance standards ensures a seamless and target group oriented communication, execution and monitoring of all relevant corporate, regional and local topics acts as an ambassador and ultimate representative of the FHCS organization within the community; builds company image by collaborating with community organizations, authorities, unions, workers councils and employees in line with the Guiding Principles and ethical business practices represents plant(s) in respective Product Supply community network in order to define and implement standards for Technology and Processes keep entrusted assets permanently maintained and modernized and reduce impact of material cost by procurement and value engineering

Interactions

Regional VP Product Supply CTO Plant Management Team FHCS Regional & Global Product Supply community FHCS R&D and Marketing community Global procurement function Workers Council local legal authorities local press Suppliers & Service Providers

Qualifications

• Professional Experience and Education academic degree or equivalent technical education/graduate required (preferably in engineering)
• knowledge of and practical experience in the FMCG industry
• 3 or more years of experience as Head of production and ideally 2 or more years in senior Supply chain management or Product Development functions
• fluent English required (written & spoken) and preferably one other language
• Change Management experience preferred
• Specific Knowledge strong knowledge & understanding of engineering, product supply and production processes
• good understanding of Freudenberg Guiding Principles, key financial figures and KPIs
• Specific Skills strong Leadership qualities & commitment to personal development, talent management and organizational development
• strong communication & interpersonal skills & ability to manage change
• holistic thinking and acting, management of complexity and political savviness as well as strong analytical and influencing skills
• 60,000

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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