YOUR MISSION
* 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
BENEFITS OFFERED BY OUR CLIENT
* Full operational control in a strategic plant with direct business impact.
* Leadership visibility and decision-making authority at cluster and group level.
* Opportunity to drive transformation, efficiency, and international expansion.
* Long-term career path within a global manufacturing network of 20+ sites.
PERFECT MATCH? We look forward to receiving your application!
QUESTIONS? Please contact Indira or Alejandra at: +49 30 233 291 756/757
RECOMMENDATIONS? We’ll reward the successful placement of your recommendation with EUR 500