Plant Director

We are currently seeking a ‘’Plant Director’’ for a client of ours in the manufacturing sector for whom we provide consulting services.General QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical-Electronics, or Metallurgical Engineering).Minimum 10 years of experience in the home appliances industry, with at least 5 years in a Plant Manager role.Deep knowledge and hands-on experience in sheet metal forming, plastic injection molding, coating/enameling, and assembly line technologies, including line commissioning, tooling, and process workflows.Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, TPM, and SMED applications.Advanced knowledge of ERP (preferably SAP) and MS Office programs.Fluency in English (both written and spoken) to follow global operational trends and handle international reporting.Strong leadership, crisis management, budget management, and strategic decision-making skills, with proven experience in managing both blue-collar and white-collar teams.Job DescriptionOversee and direct all plant activities, including production (specifically sheet metal, injection, surface treatment/coating/enameling, and assembly), planning, maintenance, quality, and logistics in line with corporate goals.Drive OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) improvements across all lines, minimize downtime, and reduce scrap rates through line balancing and optimization.Optimize mold/die changeover times (SMED) in plastic injection and sheet metal pressing lines; ensure chemical and thermal process efficiency in coating and enameling shops.Prepare the annual plant budget and investment plans (CAPEX/OPEX), maintain strict cost control, and deliver regular KPI reports to top management.Lead, motivate, and manage all white-collar and blue-collar personnel within the plant, organizing efficient shift structures.Guarantee that all manufacturing processes fully comply with HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) regulations, environmental legislation, and ISO quality standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001).