Plant Manager - 1410

We are hiring a  Plant Manager  to oversee hygiene-focused manufacturing operations and have experience in staple fibers manufacturing. This position plays a key role in ensuring operational excellence, maintaining strict quality standards, and leading a high-performing team in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Manage daily plant operations with a strong emphasis on hygiene product lines.
• Develop and implement production strategies to meet customer demand, maximize efficiency, and minimize waste.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with ISO 9001:2015 standards and hygiene industry requirements.

Quality & Compliance

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to uphold strict standards of cleanliness, safety, and product consistency.
• Monitor hygiene-specific performance metrics such as fiber quality, contamination prevention, and defect rate.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

People Management

• Lead, coach, and mentor supervisors and plant staff to achieve operational and safety goals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with HR on staffing, training, and retention initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive lean manufacturing practices and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Lead process optimization projects and invest in automation to strengthen hygiene capabilities.
• Track and analyze KPIs to measure performance and implement corrective actions.

Collaboration

• Work closely with Sales, R&D, and Supply Chain to support product innovation and on-time delivery.
• Represent the plant during customer audits and site visits, especially for hygiene-related projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing; hygiene, nonwovens, or fiber/textile industry strongly preferred.
• Proven track record in high-volume, regulated production environments.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, quality systems, and safety protocols .
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment .

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k).
• Opportunity to drive growth and innovation in hygiene manufacturing.
• A collaborative workplace where your leadership makes a direct impact.