Director of Plant Operations & Continuous Improvement

SC Johnson; Mijdrecht; Remote; EUR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SC Johnson is seeking a Director, Plant Leader for Europlant, based in the Netherlands. You will lead the site to meet production goals, maintain quality standards, ensure safety, and manage budget constraints.

The role requires coordinating multiple functions, implementing operational strategies, and reporting results to senior management. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in engineering or related field with 10+ years in manufacturing leadership, preferably in FMCG, and strong

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing; FMCG experience preferred.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking; experience in complex matrix organizations.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive transformation.

Responsibilities

• Act as the accountable site leader for all legal entities on-site.
• Lead manufacturing to deliver safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Manage financials and resources to maximize efficiency and profitability.
• Drive continuous improvement and implement new products, technologies, and processes.
• Develop and coach a high-performing leadership team across functions.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Change management

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Project management

People leadership

Education

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

SC Johnson is seeking a Director, Plant Leader for Europlant, based in the Netherlands. You will lead the site to meet production goals, maintain quality standards, ensure safety, and manage budget constraints.

The role requires coordinating multiple functions, implementing operational strategies, and reporting results to senior management. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in engineering or related field with 10+ years in manufacturing leadership, preferably in FMCG, and strong