Plant Manager

Job Description : AUTO PLANT MANAGER PEUBLO MEXICO This role is by an American company and open to qualified candidates from all locations and nationalities Must be Spanish speaking An exciting opportunity has arisen for a seasoned Plant Manager to join a leading automotive supplier. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in managing complex operations and diverse product lines, with a focus on interior auto parts. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all managerial positions within the plant, including production, engineering, quality, logistics, continuous improvement, finance and HR. With robust KPIs and a strong understanding of PNL, the Plant Manager will play a crucial role in managing new projects and launches, dealing with quality issues, programmes and clients. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work with top automotive brands and manage a team of 12-14 direct reports in a unionised environment. * Manage a complex operation with diverse products in the automotive industry * Oversee all managerial positions within the plant * Handle new projects and launches while dealing with quality issues What you'll do: As the Plant Manager, you will be at the heart of our operations, overseeing all managerial positions within the plant. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include implementing lean manufacturing systems to optimise efficiency and productivity. You will work with robust KPIs to monitor performance and drive improvements across all areas of operation. A significant part of your role will involve managing the PnL account and handling all cost systems effectively. You will also handle new projects and launches, ensuring high-quality outcomes while dealing with any quality issues promptly and efficiently. Leading a team of 12-14 direct reports in a unionised environment, you will foster an inclusive and supportive workplace culture. * Oversee all managerial positions within the plant, ensuring smooth operations across all departments * Implement lean manufacturing systems to optimise efficiency and productivity * Work with robust KPIs to monitor performance and drive improvements * Manage the PnL account, handling all cost systems effectively * Handle new projects and launches, ensuring high-quality outcomes * Deal with quality issues promptly and efficiently, maintaining strong relationships with clients * Lead a team of 12-14 direct reports in a unionised environment What you bring: The ideal candidate for this Plant Manager position brings extensive experience in plant management within the automotive industry. You have strong knowledge of lean manufacturing systems and are comfortable working with robust KPIs and managing PNL accounts. Your ability to manage complex operations and diverse product lines sets you apart. You are a strong leader, with experience managing large teams and fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture. Your excellent project management skills, particularly in handling new projects and launches, will be crucial to your success in this role. * Proven experience in plant management within the automotive industry * Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing systems * Experience working with robust KPIs and managing PNL accounts * Ability to manage complex operations and diverse product lines * Strong leadership skills with experience managing large teams * Excellent project management skills with experience handling new projects and launches

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