- A leading international technology manufacturing group is seeking an accomplished Plant Director to lead one of its strategic production facilities in Southern Europe.

- This executive role offers the opportunity to drive operational excellence, lead large-scale manufacturing activities, and contribute directly to the continued growth and transformation of a global industrial organisation.

Description

• Lead all manufacturing activities, ensuring the achievement and delivery of operational,quality, safety, and financial objectives.
• Drive Operational Excellence through Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement,automation, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Develop and empower multidisciplinary teams while fostering a high-performance culture built on accountability and collaboration.
• Oversee production, engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain functions to ensure operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Act as a strategic partner to international leadership teams, supporting business growth,investment projects, and organisational transformation.
• Lead the industrialisation and operational ramp-up of new products and technologies, ensuring scalable and efficient manufacturing processes.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators, driving initiatives to improve productivity, quality, delivery performance, and cost competitiveness.

Profile

• Degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
• Proven track record in senior manufacturing leadership roles such as Plant Director, Operations Director, Manufacturing Director, or equivalent.
• Strong experience within technically demanding industrial environments, ideally involving precision manufacturing, advanced technologies, or high-reliability products.
• Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, change-management and performance improvement programs.
• Fluent in English, with exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, communication skills within international organisations.

Job Offer

This opportunity offers the chance to join a leading international manufacturing organisation, taking on a senior leadership role with high visibility and direct impact on the plant's strategy and performance. The position provides the opportunity to lead critical operational functions, drive operational excellence and transformation initiatives, and contribute to the company's continued growth, expansion, and long-term success.