Plant Operations Leader - Drive Optimization & Growth

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

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.