Reporting to the Group Operations Director, this role will take full responsibility for the day‑to‑day performance of a fully integrated production facility. The position provides leadership across all operational areas, including manufacturing, engineering, health & safety, logistics, and regulatory compliance. A central objective is to uphold a safe, efficient, and high‑quality production environment that meets both internal standards and industry regulations.
¿Es usted el solicitante adecuado para esta oportunidad? Descúbralo leyendo el resumen del puesto a continuación.
Main Responsibilities
* Own the plant’s P&L, ensuring operational performance meets budget expectations and broader business goals.
* Lead the development of budgets, forecasts, and production schedules, while coordinating closely with customer supply chain teams.
* Guarantee that products are delivered on time and consistently meet defined quality requirements.
* Champion initiatives focused on cost optimization, continuous improvement, and a strong culture of safety.
* Oversee maintenance activities and material‑handling operations.
* Manage capital expenditure plans and drive key operational projects.
* Monitor performance metrics to support long‑term strategic objectives.
* Cultivate a collaborative, transparent, and positive work environment across all teams.
Candidate Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering; postgraduate studies in operations or industrial fields will be considered a strong plus.
* Minimum of 8 years’ experience leading operations in manufacturing settings, ideally within highly regulated industries such as food production.
* Experience leading important transformations in manufacturing plants is a must.
* Solid knowledge of production processes and a strong orientation toward continuous process improvement.
* Proactive, solutions‑driven mindset with the ability to handle conflict constructively and encourage innovative problem-solving.
* Strategic thinker with the agility to operate effectively in rapidly evolving environments.
* Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to guide and inspire teams. xsgfvud
* Full professional proficiency in English.