Plant Director

The Plant Director will oversee the strategic planning and operational efficiency of the company's engineering and manufacturing department. This role requires strong expertise in the industrial and manufacturing sector to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Detalles del cliente

Leading multinational company operating within the industrial and manufacturing sector in Castellón. With a focus on engineering and manufacturing processes, the business values precision and efficiency in its operations.

Descripción de la oferta

The Plant Manager will be responsible for leading the overall operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring performance in terms of cost, quality, safety, and productivity. This role will play a key part in driving cultural transformation-building a high-performance, accountable, and continuous-improvement culture across all levels of the organization.

Leadership & Cultural Transformation

• Lead, develop, and inspire the plant management and production teams, promoting a mindset of ownership, collaboration, and excellence.
• Act as a change agent, fostering a cultural shift toward continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, and operational discipline.
• Set clear expectations, establish performance metrics (KPIs), and ensure consistent execution and accountability.
• Embed Lean and Six Sigma principles into daily operations, reinforcing behaviors that support long-term cultural and operational transformation.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and motivating work environment aligned with company values and compliance requirements.

Operations & Production Management

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets and customer commitments are achieved.
• Optimize production flow and resources to maximize efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks, waste, and process variation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all production areas to support operational excellence.

Inventory & Materials Control

• Ensure effective planning and control of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Lead accurate month-end inventory processes and reporting.
• Align material planning with production demand and customer schedules.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Maintain and elevate quality standards; implement corrective and preventive actions to minimize defects.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Champion safety culture and proactive risk management practices.

Maintenance, Technology & Systems

• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Support the adoption of ERP and digital systems to improve data accuracy, visibility, and decision-making.
• Participate in capital expenditure planning and execution for plant improvements.

Strategic Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Partner with cross-functional teams (engineering, supply chain, product development) to align operational goals with company strategy.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficiency initiatives.
• Support new product industrialization and ensure manufacturability within plant capabilities.

Perfil del candidato

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience managing manufacturing operations, ideally as a Plant Manager or Operations Director.
• Proven track record of leading cultural or organizational change within a production environment.
• Solid experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (Black Belt certification preferred).

Technical Knowledge

• Strong command of production planning, process optimization, and performance reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Experience in implementing or enhancing management systems for continuous improvement.
• Advanced English level (B2-C1).

Core Competencies

• Transformational leadership and communication skills.
• Strategic thinking with a hands-on, results-oriented mindset.
• High level of organization, planning, and operational discipline.
• Proactive approach and strong drive for improvement and accountability.

Oferta de empleo

• Competitive salary.
• Permanent contract in a reputable company located.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in the industrial and manufacturing sector.
• Professional growth in a leadership role.

Desired Skills and Experience
Education & Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field.

Minimum of 5-10 years of experience managing manufacturing operations, ideally as a Plant Manager or Operations Director.

Proven track record of leading cultural or organizational change within a production environment.

Solid experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (Black Belt certification preferred).

Technical Knowledge

Strong command of production planning, process optimization, and performance reporting.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Experience in implementing or enhancing management systems for continuous improvement.

Advanced English level (B2-C1).

Core Competencies

Transformational leadership and communication skills.

Strategic thinking with a hands-on, results-oriented mindset.

High level of organization, planning, and operational discipline.

Proactive approach and strong drive for improvement and accountability.