Plant Director

Join albelli-Photobox Group and take on the challenge of driving operational excellence as a Plant Director. Your contributions will shape the success of our manufacturing operations and contribute to delivering exceptional photo products to our customers across Europe.

**About the role**

As a Plant Director at albelli-Photobox Group, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective operation of our manufacturing or production plant. Your strategic leadership will drive operational excellence, aligning with organizational goals and industry standards. Collaborating with internal stakeholders, you will oversee day-to-day plant operations, manage budgets, and lead a competent team to achieve exceptional results.

**Primary Responsibilities**:

- Develop and implement long-term strategies for the plant, aligning with overall organizational objectives.
- Oversee day-to-day plant operations, including production scheduling, inventory management, quality control, and maintenance.
- Manage the plant budget, monitor expenses, and optimize costs without compromising quality and safety.
- Build and lead a competent team, including supervisors, managers, and production staff, promoting a positive work culture.
- Ensure a safe working environment by implementing and enforcing safety protocols and procedures. Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement, productivity enhancement, and cost reduction.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior management, engineering teams, and other departments, to align plant operations with organizational objectives.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the plant's performance and progress towards goals.
- Deal with unexpected events, such as equipment failures, supply chain disruptions, or emergencies, and take appropriate action to minimize their impact on plant operations. Coordinate response efforts to ensure business continuity.

**Impact and Contributions**:

- Drive operational excellence and optimize plant performance, contributing to the overall success of the organization.
- Ensure the plant operates efficiently and effectively, meeting production targets while maintaining quality and safety standards.
- Foster a positive work culture that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and employee development.
- Implement strategic initiatives to enhance plant operations, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.
- Provide leadership and guidance to the plant team, promoting a safe and inclusive work environment.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, aligning plant operations with broader organizational objectives.
- Monitor and report on plant performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Mitigate risks and ensure business continuity in the face of unforeseen events or challenges.

**Experience and Attributes we’d like to see**:

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education.
- Significant experience in leading manufacturing performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, delivering exceptional results.
- Excellent communication (verbal and written), coaching, and leadership skills in a team-based environment.
- Demonstrated abilities in analytics, problem-solving, and team building.
- Strong financial and business acumen, with knowledge of industrial maintenance and manufacturing equipment.
- Experience interfacing with the broader Supply Chain and Commercial functions.
- Strong people leadership experience.
- Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

**Nice to Have Experience**:

- Experience at the Front Line and/or Manufacturing Manager level.
- Project management skills.
- Knowledge of demand planning, supply planning, logistics, customer service, category management, and sales.

**What's in it for you?**:

- 22 holidays per calendar year based on a 40-hour working week.
- Access to personal training and yoga/Pilates lessons in the office.
- Working from home once or twice a day per week.
- APG offers the opportunity to work abroad for a maximum of 4 times per year and a total cumulative duration of 8 weeks.
- Enjoy a 175€ annual voucher to be spent on our products.
- Hofmann has an agreement with Adeslas, and we offer a self-paid private health insurance for only 36,19€ per month/person.
- As an employee of Hofmann, you can have English lessons for free
- If you have children under 3 years old, you can save taxes in your kids’ nursery through flexible compensation.

**About us**

We're albelli-Photobox Group, the experts in printing high-quality personalised photo products, from photo books and wall decor, to calendars, cards and more.

We create JOY by connecting people to the moments that matter most. Inspiring people to create and share their stories with us.

We're searching for fresh thinkers and team players who are passionate about their work, co