Plant Manager

1. Role

The Plant Manager (m/f/d) is responsible for the operational management and further development of the production organization at the Indian site. He or she is responsible for Manufacturing MRP & Operational Purchasing Store & Logistics and Maintenance and reports to the local Managing Director of Operations. A key focus of the role is shaping the next evolutionary step in manufacturing: the transformation from a predominantly assembly-oriented production process to one with greater manufacturing and technological depth.

The Plant Manager prepares the site structurally technologically and organizationally for increasing volume business and ensures the scalability of processes structures and competencies in line with the global production strategy of the German parent company as well as the APAC regional goals.

1. Qualifications

The ideal candidate (m/f/d) holds a masters degree in a technical field ideally electrical engineering or production engineering or a comparable qualification. Additional training in a business-related field is desirable. A demonstrable affinity for technical products is a prerequisite. Additional qualifications in operations management or Lean/Six Sigma certification are advantageous.

1. Language Skills

In addition to the native language the candidate (m/f/d) is fluent in spoken and written English. He or she is familiar with the requirements and working methods of medium-sized companies as well as with working in India.

1. Personal Qualities

The candidate (m/f/d) is an experienced leader with a hands-on mentality demonstrating absolute loyalty and honesty toward the employer equipped with good judgment a strong drive for success and the ability to think in complex contexts coupled with the willingness to actively drive transformation and change processes.

The candidate (f/m/d) possesses authority but also empathy intercultural experience and a sense of community with a demonstrable understanding of intercultural dynamics. Decisiveness combined with entrepreneurial structured and scaling-oriented thinking along with strong systematic implementation and execution skills a high sense of responsibility excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate are essential. A high degree of independence and initiative as well as a positive attitude toward work and life distinguish the candidate (m/f/d).

1. Experience
   • Several years of experience in managing production or operations in India; preferably in the production of technical goods using partially automated systems (e.g. Plant Manager Operations Manager Factory Head)
   • Proven experience in establishing or expanding vertical integration (e.g. in-house manufacturing industrialization localization)
   • Extensive knowledge of production planning and production control (Lean methods etc.)
   • Experience in preparing for and managing growing volume business
   • Evidence of relevant achievements in a leadership role and in managing employees
   • Possesses strong business acumen
   • Manages change and drives technological transformation
   • Possesses IT skills typical for the role

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1