Senior Plant Manager

Viventis Search Asia; Calabarzon; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Viventis Search Asia seeks a Senior Plant Manager in the Philippines to oversee all manufacturing operations, drive production planning, ensure product quality, safety, and cost efficiency. This role demands strong leadership in manufacturing and people management, with a focus on continuous improvement in a printing/packaging environment.

The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, optimize capacity, manage budgets and maintenance, and report to senior management on performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 8–10 years in manufacturing operations with plant leadership.
• Experience in printing/packaging preferred.
• Proven end-to-end plant operations management.
• Strong knowledge of production systems, quality, and safety.
• Track record of process improvement and cost control.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and people management.
• Excellent cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire manufacturing plant operations including production, maintenance, quality, warehousing and related functions.
• Develop and implement production strategies and plans to meet objectives and delivery commitments.
• Optimize use of manpower, equipment, and materials to maximize productivity and minimize costs.
• Monitor performance, quality, equipment efficiency, and schedules to maintain standards.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce waste and downtime and improve efficiency.
• Establish KPIs for productivity, quality, cost, safety, and efficiency.
• Ensure OH&S, environmental, quality, and internal policy compliance.
• Lead and develop plant personnel with workforce planning and development.
• Collaborate with Sales, SCM, Procurement, Finance and other departments to align capacity with demand.
• Oversee maintenance programs and ensure equipment reliability and availability.
• Manage plant budgets and capex to support growth and efficiency.
• Identify operational risks and implement preventive measures.
• Prepare and present operational reports and recommendations to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Production Planning

Continuous Improvement

People Management

Safety & Compliance

KPI Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Related field

Job description

The Senior Plant Manager will oversee the overall operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient production, high product quality, cost optimization, workplace safety, and compliance with company standards. The role requires strong leadership in manufacturing operations, production planning, continuous improvement, and people management, preferably within the printing and packaging industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall operations of the manufacturing plant, including production, maintenance, quality control, warehousing, and other related functions.
• Develop and implement production strategies and operational plans to achieve business objectives, production targets, and delivery commitments.
• Ensure efficient utilization of manpower, equipment, raw materials, and other resources to maximize productivity and minimize operational costs.
• Monitor production performance, product quality, equipment efficiency, and delivery schedules to ensure compliance with established standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes, reduce waste, improve production efficiency, and minimize downtime.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) covering productivity, quality, cost, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, environmental requirements, quality standards, and internal policies.
• Lead, develop, and motivate plant personnel, ensuring effective workforce planning, performance management, and employee development.
• Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, and other departments to align production capacity with customer requirements and business priorities.
• Oversee equipment maintenance programs and ensure the reliability and availability of plant machinery and production facilities.
• Manage plant budgets, operating expenses, and capital expenditure requirements to support operational efficiency and business growth.
• Identify operational risks and implement corrective and preventive measures to ensure business continuity.
• Prepare and present operational reports, performance updates, and recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in manufacturing operations, with substantial experience in a plant management or senior operations leadership role.
• Experience in printing, packaging, paper products, or a related manufacturing industry is highly preferred.
• Proven track record in managing end-to-end plant operations, production planning, quality assurance, maintenance, and cost control.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production systems, quality management, and workplace safety standards.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement, productivity enhancement, waste reduction, and operational cost optimization.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination abilities.
• Proficiency in production monitoring, operational reporting, and performance management.