Plant Operations Director

HRTX; Pasig; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

HRTX is seeking a Plant Operations Manager for their facility in Manggahan, Pasig City. The role involves overseeing all operations, including production and quality assurance, with a focus on driving operational excellence and compliance with food manufacturing standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field and at least 12-15 years of leadership experience in high-volume food manufacturing. This opportunity offers a chance to lead a diverse team and maintain high operational standards.

Qualifications

• At least 12-15 years of manufacturing leadership experience in high-volume food manufacturing.
• Proven experience in dough-based or baked goods environments.
• Previous success at Plant Head, Operations Director, or Manufacturing Director level.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end plant operations including production, maintenance, and quality.
• Manage high-volume dough-based operations ensuring product consistency.
• Maintain compliance with GMP, HACCP, partnering with QA and R&D.

Skills

Operational Excellence

Cost Optimization

Lean Manufacturing

Food Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Food Technology, or Operations Management

MBA or post‑graduate degree

Job description

Location: Manggahan, Pasig City

Work Setup: Full Onsite

Overview

The Plant Operations Manager leads and oversees the operations of a large-scale manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, cost optimization, and continuous improvement consistent with product quality and compliance with food manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality, and warehouse coordination to achieve KPIs related to output, efficiency, and waste reduction
• Manage high-volume dough-based operations, ensuring product consistency and capacity planning through methodologies like Lean Manufacturing, TPM, or Kaizen
• Maintain strict compliance with GMP, HACCP, and regulatory requirements, partnering with QA and R&D to uphold product integrity
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure optimal machine uptime and support future plant expansions or process automation
• Collaborate with procurement and logistics to manage raw material utilization and ensure readiness for seasonal volume spikes
• Manage operating budgets and cost controls while mentoring a diverse leadership team to foster a culture of accountability and operational discipline

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Food Technology, or Operations Management (MBA or post‑graduate degree is an advantage)
• At least 12-15 years of manufacturing leadership experience (specifically within high-volume food manufacturing)
• Proven experience in dough-based, baked goods, or commissary environments with a strong knowledge of food safety and manufacturing compliance standards
• Previous success at a Plant Head, Operations Director, or Manufacturing Director level, managing a large workforce