Position overview: the plant manager will be responsible for ensuring a safe, efficient, and high-performing production environment. The role involves managing personnel, overseeing plant operations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, cost-effectiveness, and quality. The plant manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to make the facility a great place to work, fostering employee engagement and career growth.
primary responsibilities
* enforce safe manufacturing practices and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
* directly manage plant managers and develop a robust succession plan
* build strong relationships with internal partners across commercial, marketing, operations, hr, supply chain, finance, and r&d
* ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products that meet customer needs
* lead initiatives to address customer issues and drive innovation
* identify and implement manufacturing best practices
* control costs through operational budget management and continuous improvement projects
* manage workforce planning, recruitment, and performance management
* oversee corrective action processes and support new product introductions
* lead and prioritize projects to deliver quality results on time and on budget
* foster strong communication and collaboration within a multicultural team
functional responsibilities
* safety & regulatory (30%): provide ehs leadership, maintain regulatory compliance, and uphold 5s standards
* human resources (20%): select, train, and develop staff while fostering a great work environment
* functional control (30%): manage production operations, collaborate with supply chain, and support new product introductions
* continuous improvement (20%): drive performance improvements, waste reduction, and capital budget management using lean six sigma tools
minimum requirements
* ba/bs degree in chemistry, chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering
* minimum of 8 years in manufacturing with at least 5 years in progressive operations management
* native spanish speaker with bilingual proficiency in english
* experience in greenfield projects and multinational companies
* strong background in sap or similar erp systems
* proven ability to work with unions and manage workplace policies
* experience with osha 1910.119 psm regulations and capital expenditure management
* familiarity with lean six sigma methodologies
* demonstrated success in leading facilities and managing large cap-ex projects
* strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
* familiarity with iso, tpm, and zero-defect methodologies
preferred qualifications
* mba in operations management, finance, or accounting
* experience in process control and quality control
* basic proficiency in portuguese
* six sigma certification (green or black belt) with dfss experience
* expertise in continuous improvement techniques, including tqm, dmaic, fmea, and 5s
seniority level
* director
employment type
* full-time
job function
* engineering, strategy/planning, and production
industries
* manufacturing and chemical manufacturing
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