Manufacturing Manager

ALPLA Group; Guayama (PR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (Employer Contrib)

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Performance Bonus

Paid Holidays

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Christmas Bonus

Life Insurance

Job summary

ALPLA is a global leader in plastic packaging. The Manufacturing Manager represents ALPLA on plant level, driving optimization and continuous improvement to secure the plant's future.

You will oversee planning, production and maintenance with a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach. The role requires a degree in operations, 5+ years in manufacturing (preferably plastics), strong cost control and performance metrics skills, leadership capability, and excellent MS Office and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master or Diploma degree with affinity to operations/manufacturing.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in manufacturing, preferably in plastic packaging.
• Deep understanding of cost calculation and performance metrics.
• Proven track of leadership experience and ability to train and develop the operations team.
• Advanced MS Office skills.
• Ability to work independently to tight deadlines and proactive in solving problems.
• Proficiency in English and other language skills are of advantage.
• Willing to travel for work.

Responsibilities

• Represent ALPLA at plant level and drive optimization and continuous improvement.
• Oversee planning, production and maintenance to secure the plant's performance.
• Lead and develop the operations team and ensure safety and quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to meet business targets.

Skills

Leadership

Cost calculations

Performance metrics

MS Office

Independent work

English proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor/Master or Diploma in operations/manufacturing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

What You Will Enjoy Doing

The Manufacturing Manager represents ALPLA on plant level. With entrepreneurial actions the job holder secures the future of the respective ALPLA plant with optimization and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for all topics concerning the plant's operations including planning, production and maintenance.

What Makes You Great

• Bachelor/Master or Diploma degree with clear affinity to operations/manufacturing
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in manufacturing company, preferably in plastic packaging
• Deep understanding of cost calculation and performance metrics
• Proven track of leadership experience and ability to train and develop the operations team
• Advanced MS Office skills
• Ability to work independently to tight deadlines and proactive in solving problems
• Proficiency in English and other language skills are of advantage
• Willing to travel for work

What you can expect working with us

ALPLA is a global leader in the development and production of plastic packaging solutions.

We manufacture innovative packaging systems, bottles, caps, and injection-molded parts for the food and beverage, personal care, home care, oils, and pharma industries. Every day, people around the world encounter our products in their daily lives, at work, or during their leisure time.

We greatly appreciate your time and interest in becoming part of the Pioneer Family.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance (Employer Contribution)
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Performance Bonus
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Leave
• Sick Leave
• Christmas Bonus
• Life Insurance

We are confident that this will be the beginning of a journey filled with success, personal growth, and professional development.

At ALPLA, discrimination of any kind is not tolerated. We strongly support diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities. Our talent acquisition process is aligned with applicable laws and labor best practices, fostering our values and promoting a culture of respect for everyone.