Plant Manager
2 days ago
We are hiring a Plant Manager to oversee hygiene-focused manufacturing operations and have experience in staple fibers manufacturing. This position plays a key role in ensuring operational excellence, maintaining strict quality standards, and leading a high-performing team in a fast-paced production environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Leadership
- Manage daily plant operations with a strong emphasis on hygiene product lines.
- Develop and implement production strategies to meet customer demand, maximize efficiency, and minimize waste.
- Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with ISO 9001:2015 standards and hygiene industry requirements.
Quality & Compliance
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance to uphold strict standards of cleanliness, safety, and product consistency.
- Monitor hygiene-specific performance metrics such as fiber quality, contamination prevention, and defect rate.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
People Management
- Lead, coach, and mentor supervisors and plant staff to achieve operational and safety goals.
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with HR on staffing, training, and retention initiatives.
Continuous Improvement
- Drive lean manufacturing practices and cost-reduction initiatives.
- Lead process optimization projects and invest in automation to strengthen hygiene capabilities.
- Track and analyze KPIs to measure performance and implement corrective actions.
Collaboration
- Work closely with Sales, R&D, and Supply Chain to support product innovation and on-time delivery.
- Represent the plant during customer audits and site visits, especially for hygiene-related projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing; hygiene, nonwovens, or fiber/textile industry strongly preferred.
- Proven track record in high-volume, regulated production environments.
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, quality systems, and safety protocols.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k).
- Opportunity to drive growth and innovation in hygiene manufacturing.
- A collaborative workplace where your leadership makes a direct impact.
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