PLANT MANAGER | STO. TOMAS, BATANGAS

DYD Refrigeration Systems, Inc.; Santo Tomas; On-site; PHP 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

DYD Refrigeration Systems, Inc. operates a manufacturing plant in Santo Tomas, Batangas, seeking an experienced Plant Manager.

The role leads daily operations, production planning, scheduling, and staff management to drive efficiency, safety, and profitability. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in plant or senior operations management within manufacturing, with strong Lean/Six Sigma expertise and a track record of cost reductions without compromising quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related discipline.
• 5–10 years of plant management or senior operations experience in manufacturing.
• Proven expertise in production planning and scheduling.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets and driving cost reductions without compromising quality.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills across multiple departments.
• Strong understanding of HSE compliance and high safety standards.
• Experience in refrigeration, HVAC, or related manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations, including production scheduling, inventory management, and resource allocation for efficiency and cost control.
• Develop and implement production plans aligned with demand forecasts and customer requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and manage plant staff across departments with a focus on accountability and safety.
• Monitor and optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and government regulations; maintain a zero-incident workplace.
• Manage budgets, capital expenditure requests, and operating costs while maintaining profitability targets.
• Implement lean principles and identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.
• Maintain relationships with customers and cross-functional teams to support seamless operations.
• Conduct performance reviews, training programs, and succession plans for plant personnel.
• Report on KPIs including production metrics, quality, safety, and financial performance.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Cost reduction

Leadership

Team management

HSE compliance

Data‑driven decisions

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead our manufacturing operations at our Santo Tomas, Batangas facility. This is a full-time position that plays a critical strategic role in DYD Refrigeration Systems, Inc., overseeing all aspects of plant operations, production planning, scheduling, and team management. As Plant Manager, you will be responsible for driving operational excellence, ensuring efficient production workflows, maintaining safety standards, and achieving our business objectives. This role reports directly to senior leadership and is instrumental in positioning our facility as a high-performing manufacturing hub within the refrigeration systems industry.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee all daily plant operations, including production scheduling, inventory management, and resource allocation to ensure optimal efficiency and cost-effectiveness

• Develop and implement production plans that align with demand forecasts, customer requirements, and company objectives

• Lead, mentor, and manage plant staff across all departments, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and safety

• Monitor and optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance product quality

• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, environmental and all government regulations, with responsibility for maintaining a zero-incident workplace

• Manage plant budgets, capital expenditure requests, and operational costs whilst maintaining profitability targets

• Implement lean manufacturing principles and identify opportunities for process improvements and automation

• Maintain effective relationships with customers and cross-functional departments to support seamless operations

• Conduct performance reviews, develop training programs, and create succession plans for plant personnel

• Report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including production metrics, quality standards, safety records, and financial performance

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent professional experience)

• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in plant management or senior operations management roles within manufacturing environments

• Proven expertise in production planning, scheduling, and supply chain coordination

• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies

• Demonstrated experience managing budgets and driving cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality

• Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate diverse workforce across multiple departments

• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) compliance and demonstrated commitment to maintaining high safety standards

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels

• Experience in the refrigeration, HVAC, or related manufacturing sectors is highly desirable

• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and other relevant quality management standards is preferred