Plant Director

Kettering, England, gb

What does a Plant Director do?

As a Plant Director, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the plant’s operations. This includes managing production, safety, quality control, maintenance, purchasing, and logistics. You’ll lead the plant's daily operations, ensuring efficient production processes, compliance with legal requirements, and workplace safety. You will be key in recruiting, hiring, and training personnel, as well as maintaining and improving the facility’s physical infrastructure. Moreover, you will take charge of annual budget planning and execution, working closely with the production team to boost productivity and profitability.

Your role also involves collaborating with various departments, such as Environmental Health and Safety, Supply Chain, and quality control, to ensure the smooth operation of the plant and alignment with corporate goals. You will optimize resources, drive lean projects (LSS certification required), and develop best practices to improve KPIs and output quality. In short, you will be the key driver in ensuring that the plant operates efficiently, safely, and profitably.

Why we need you?

  • Leadership skills to guide and inspire teams, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the plant.
  • Transformational leadership to drive cultural and operational change, fostering innovation, continuous improvement, and a positive work environment.
  • Experience as a change agent to lead and implement necessary changes that align with the company’s strategic goals, particularly in optimizing processes and embracing new technologies.
  • Experience in budget management to help plan, execute, and control annual budgets effectively.
  • Expertise in production optimization to remove constraints, allocate resources, and drive efficiency.
  • Strong safety awareness to collaborate with Environmental Health and Safety teams, ensuring compliance with safety policies and maintaining a safe workplace.
  • Problem-solving abilities to lead Lean Six Sigma projects and develop innovative solutions that improve production KPIs and quality.
  • Knowledge of legal and regulatory compliance to ensure the plant meets all local authority requirements.
  • Collaboration skills to work closely with various departments such as supply chain and quality control, aligning plant goals with corporate objectives.
  • Focus on cost reduction while maintaining product quality and service, ensuring the plant’s financial health and sustainability.
  • Commitment to personnel development, recruiting, hiring, and training to build a strong, capable workforce.
  • Your role will be essential in maintaining operational excellence and driving growth within the plant​

    Qualifications

  • Proven Leadership and Managerial Experience.
  • In-depth Business Acumen
  • People Management and Team Leadership
  • Technical and Industry Expertise
  • Top Salaries! Full and part time.
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