Plant General Manager

I am Sara, an Executive Consultant, with over 10 years of experience in executive recruitment and consulting for top-tier companies. Projekts is proud to collaborate with over 600 clients, including Fortune 500 companies, operating in more than 20 countries worldwide.

We are currently seeking a Plant General Manager for a leading automotive equipment manufacturer. This strategic role requires an experienced leader capable of managing a production team in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Our client is one of the world’s largest pure-play automotive companies serving OE markets worldwide.

The Plant General Manager directs and manages all plant operations to ensure compliance and continual improvement in safety, quality, delivery, profitability, financial reporting, and business plant tracking.

Responsibilities

Inspire and Develop Your Team:

1. Offer exceptional leadership, coaching, mentoring, guidance, and ongoing training to your manufacturing team.
2. Share your management skills to help your colleagues reach their full potential.

Operational Strategy:

1. Develop innovative strategies and budgets to achieve ambitious goals in safety, delivery, quality, and costs.
2. Implement and monitor safe work practices, conduct regular audits, and continually improve safety metrics.

Productivity and Efficiency:

1. Meet or exceed productivity goals and ensure optimal labor flexibility.
2. Ensure delivery targets are met or exceeded while maintaining high standards of quality and controlling costs.

Team Culture and Work Environment:

1. Create an environment of mutual trust, respect, and motivation where everyone can thrive.
2. Establish systems that foster teamwork, employee involvement, and skill development.

Financial Management:

1. Develop and control budgets and profits to ensure sustainable growth.
2. Implement effective systems for managing capital and operating expenditures.

Plant Operations:

1. Oversee capital asset maintenance and ensure that plant facilities and equipment are maintained or upgraded as needed.
2. Ensure compliance with EHSMS policies and manage capital expenditures.

Strategic Planning:

1. Work closely with the Plant Staff Team to establish short and long-range operating tactics aligned with the company's strategic plan.
2. Coordinate plant activities to meet corporate, group, and plant objectives.

Skills and Experience

Leadership and Communication:

1. Ability to inspire and motivate teams with exceptional communication skills.
2. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and employees.

Strategy and Financial Acumen:

1. Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on continuously improving operations and finances.
2. In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and experience in efficiency improvements.

Interpersonal and Conflict Resolution Skills:

1. Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy.
2. Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and counsel employees.

Organization and Time Management:

1. Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
2. Ability to plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities.

Collaboration and Development:

1. Ability to collaborate with global functions and other plants to optimize results.
2. Develop the next generation of key talent in the plant.

Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic environment where innovation and growth are at the heart of our actions. We are confident that your leadership and expertise will be invaluable assets to our future.

By joining our network of exceptional talents, you will benefit from Projekts' expertise, which has helped hundreds of companies achieve their goals through strong partnerships and a personalized approach. If you are a visionary leader passionate about the automotive industry and ready to take on new challenges, do not hesitate to apply. We look forward to receiving your application!