Site Manager

Job Description

Contract Site Manager

(Aachen DE)

Flexible Contract Friday/Tuesday Start:
Immediate until March

Our client requires an experienced Site Manager to provide support during a ramp-up period for increasing production across the ice cream manufacturing operations.

This role covers the full ice cream production process from freezers and extruders through to downstream stages and packaging lines. We are seeking a seasoned professional with substantial experience in large-scale food & beverage manufacturing environments capable of ensuring safe, stable and efficient daily operations.

• Oversee the entire ice cream production flow beginning with freezers and extruders and continuing through to final packaging operations
• Ensure all contractor-operated equipment and processes run reliably, safely and in line with production targets
• Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks in collaboration with contractor engineering and maintenance teams
• Maintain strict adherence to HSE procedures, risk assessments and site safety culture
• Monitor QA / QC compliance to uphold hygiene standards and product integrity
• Provide clear reporting and act as the client’s on‑site representative ensuring alignment between internal and contractor teams
• Offer steady technical leadership based on extensive experience within high‑volume F&B manufacturing

• 25 years of experience in plant management, site management, operations, HSE, QA / QC or project delivery within the F&B industry
• Significant exposure to dairy or frozen product manufacturing is highly advantageous
• Strong practical understanding of large‑scale production equipment including freezers, extruders and packaging machinery
• Ability to work independently, manage contractor performance and provide decisive on‑site leadership
• Availability to work on a flexible schedule from Friday to Tuesday each week
• Capacity to begin immediately and remain engaged through March
• Willingness to work on‑site in Aachen on the Germany / Belgium border

• Location:
  
  Aachen, Germany / Belgium border
• Schedule:
  
  Friday/Tuesday
• Start Date:
  
  Immediate
• Duration:
  Until March
• Engagement:
  Contract (flexible arrangement)

If you have the background and availability to support a high‑tempo production environment during a critical operational phase we would be pleased to speak with you.

Please apply directly or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Computer Skills, Lean, Management Experience, Process Improvement, Warehouse Distribution Experience, OSHA, Process Management, Training & Development, LIHTC, Leadership Experience, Property Management, Supervising Experience