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Plant Manager – Essentra Essentra is hiring a Plant Manager for our plastic injection molding plant in Monterrey, Mexico. The Plant Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the manufacturing and distribution facilities operations, including production, maintenance, safety, quality assurance, and supply chain. This role is essential in driving operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The Plant Manager reports to the Head of Operations for the Americas and works closely with other functional departments, including Commercial, Finance, and Human Resources, to achieve business objectives. Responsibilities - Lead day‑to‑day operations of the manufacturing and distribution facilities to meet production goals and quality standards. - Manage production schedules, equipment maintenance, and resource allocation to maintain optimal performance. - Oversee inventory control, raw material sourcing, and supply chain processes to optimize efficiency. - Drive sustainability initiatives for the facility. - Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with corporate objectives. - Lead continuous‑improvement, lean manufacturing, and cost‑reduction programs. - Set performance targets and KPIs for production, quality, safety, and financial performance. - Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations and foster a culture of workplace safety. - Implement risk management and emergency response protocols. - Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain internal and external regulatory compliance. - Manage quality assurance activities to ensure products meet or exceed quality standards and customer specifications. - Collaborate with the Quality Assurance department to implement corrective actions and process improvements. - Lead root cause analysis and resolve product defects or operational issues. - Manage the site’s operating budget, focusing on cost control, margin improvement, and resource efficiency. - Monitor key financial metrics such as operating expenses, capital expenditures, and ROI on new investments. - Support profitability goals through cost‑saving initiatives and productivity enhancements. - Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team, fostering accountability, empowerment, and engagement. - Implement workforce planning strategies, including talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning. - Encourage employee training and development to enhance skills and productivity. - Serve as primary point of contact between regional headquarters and the facility. - Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, suppliers, regulatory agencies, and the local community. - Collaborate with regional leadership to align with broader business strategies. Qualifications - Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree or MBA preferred. - 10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a plant leadership role. - Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies. - Expertise in safety and quality management requirements and standards in manufacturing. - Proven leadership ability in managing large teams and complex operations. - Ability to motivate and hold team members accountable to meet goals. - Fluent in both Spanish and English (written and spoken). - Excellent financial acumen, with experience in budget management and cost control. - Ability to work under pressure, solve complex problems, and make critical decisions. - Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. - Strong computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook). Essentra offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including base salary, bonus incentive, and generous paid time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr