Plant Director​/Director de Planta Mexico

Locations 04 - Estero

Date published 9/22/2026

Gross Annual Salary (RAL) 130,000 – 140,000

Our client is a well-established industrial company operating in the automotive sector
, with an international footprint and a strong focus on manufacturing excellence, operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

The Plant Director is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of a manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient production, quality standards, safety compliance, and achievement of business objectives. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing environments.

• Lead, manage, and develop the plant operations team to meet or exceed productivity, quality, and safety goals.
• Oversee production schedules and workflow to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.
• Implement and monitor continuous improvement initiatives (such as Lean Manufacturing, Hoshin and CPS) to optimize processes and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, industry standards, and government regulations regarding safety, environmental, and labour requirements.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and allocate resources efficiently to maximize profitability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, quality, and human resources to support plant objectives and resolve issues.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare regular reports for management: P&L analysis, Plant report, Plant dashboard.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Drive a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the plant, granting CPS conformance.
• Lead efforts to ensure the plant’s readiness for audits and certifications (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 14001).

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven knowledge of automotive or industrial manufacturing processes and standards.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse data, solve problems, and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Familiarity with ERP SAP and manufacturing software systems (MES as SIAP).
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven knowledge of automotive or industrial manufacturing processes and standards.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse data, solve problems, and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Familiarity with ERP SAP and manufacturing software systems (MES as SIAP).
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.

Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing plant environment.

May require flexibility extended hours, on-call availability, and occasional travel.

Level: Dirigente

Fix salary package year: € 130.000/140.000

MBO: 20-30%

Benefit: company car, phone, laptop, house allowance if necessary

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