Michael Page España
Michael Page España

Plant Director - South of Toledo

Toledo, Spain·€60,000 - €75,000·On-site·Senior · 8-10 years·Permanent

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About the role

We are looking for a Plant Director with solid experience in the food sector (preferably fresh produce) to lead a plant of approximately 400 people. You will be responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, product quality, and plant profitability, aligning all processes with the company's industrial strategy.

  • Production Manager - Food Sector
  • Leading company in its sector

What you'll do

  • Plant management, ensuring compliance with production, quality, safety, and cost objectives.
  • Leading and coordinating the teams of:
    • Production (through production supervisors, team leaders, and line leaders)
    • Maintenance
    • Continuous improvement
    • Planning
    • Cost control
  • Ensuring the proper functioning of operations across multiple shifts (managed by middle managers).
  • Implementing and driving Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives (OEE, waste reduction, operational efficiency).
  • Ensuring food safety, quality, and occupational health & safety (OHS) standards in a fresh produce environment.
  • Optimizing production processes, resources, and industrial capabilities.
  • Monitoring industrial and financial KPIs, proposing corrective actions.
  • Preparing and managing the plant budget.
  • Fostering a culture of leadership, commitment, and talent development within the teams.
  • Participating in strategic company projects in coordination with the Industrial Director.

What you'll get

  • Joining a solid and growing company.
  • Strategic position with a high level of autonomy and impact.
  • Competitive remuneration package in line with experience.
  • Stable project with opportunities for professional development.

About the company & team

Our client is a large organization in the FMCG sector, known for its focus on operational excellence and commitment to quality standards in the industry.

Who are we looking for (M/F/D)?

  • University degree in Engineering, Food Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in industrial environments, with at least 5 years leading plants or production units of significant size.
  • Experience in the food industry, with experience in fresh produce (high turnover, short shelf life, demanding operations) highly valued.
  • Experience managing middle management structures (production supervisors, team leaders, etc.).
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Lean Manufacturing / Continuous improvement
    • Industrial maintenance management
    • Production planning
    • Industrial cost control
  • Strong results orientation, leadership, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and influence skills.

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

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Michael Page España

Michael Page España

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