Managing Director & Head of Plant Operations Define and execute the plant’s strategic roadmap, aligned with global and cluster-level goals. Own the site’s full P&L, driving EBITDA, operating cash flow, cost optimization, and labor efficiency. Lead and develop a cross-functional management team across operations, EHS, quality, supply chain, maintenance, and HR. Ensure excellence in plant safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance—striving for zero accidents and maximum reliability. Drive continuous improvement through lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and deployment of the Tubes Excellence System. Oversee workforce planning, competency development, recruitment, and union relations. Lead industrialization and launch of new products—on time, on budget, and to required quality standards. Represent the site with key internal and external stakeholders, including global customers and public authorities. Actively contribute to global initiatives and collaborate across a network of 20+ international manufacturing sites. YOUR EXPERIENCE & TALENTS Proven leadership in industrial manufacturing, ideally in plastics, extrusion, injection molding, or packaging. Demonstrated success managing site-wide transformation, crisis recovery, and operational turnaround. Strong command of plant-level P&L, KPI tracking, cost structure, and financial performance. In-depth knowledge of EHS strategy and fostering a safety-first, zero-accident culture. Hands‑on experience with lean systems (e.g. Six Sigma, Kaizen, or automotive‑grade methodologies). Skilled in people leadership: workforce planning, team engagement, union relations, and succession development. Experience launching new products/processes in a high‑performance, quality‑driven environment. Confident representing the site during audits, customer visits, and interactions with public authorities. Fluent in German and English. Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain Industries: Plastics Manufacturing and Manufacturing Location: Bamberg, Bavaria, Germany #J-18808-Ljbffr