Senior Factory Manager

Job Description : Senior Factory Manager to take the helm of a high-volume soft drinks and bottled water facility located in the Congo. This is a pivotal leadership role for a seasoned professional, ideally aged 40 or below, who is ready to own end-to-end operations for a critical plant. The right leader will ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective production while relentlessly driving world-class quality and operational excellence. You will be the architect of performance across: ???? End-to-End Operations: Leading processing, bottling, packaging, and warehousing. ?? Technical Excellence: Overseeing high-speed PET lines, water treatment (RO, Ozone, UV), and critical utilities. ???? Financial & Cost Leadership: Managing the P&L, driving down cost per case, and optimizing yield. ???? Quality & Safety: Upholding impeccable food safety standards and a zero-accident culture. ???? Continuous Improvement: Embedding Lean, TPM, and digitalization (Industry 4.0) into the plant's DNA. ???? People & Culture: Building, developing, and inspiring large cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. We are looking for a leader with: • A degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, etc.) or Food Technology. • 12-18 years in manufacturing, with deep expertise in soft drinks/bottled water. • At least 5-7 years in a senior leadership role running large-scale beverage operations. • Proven mastery of high-speed bottling lines and beverage processing technologies. • Strong financial acumen and a track record of driving operational KPIs. • Experience in multinational FMCG or large-scale beverage operations in Africa is a significant advantage. Key KPIs You'll Own: Production Volume, OEE, Cost per Case, Quality Metrics, Safety (LTIFR), and Sustainability (Water/Energy per Liter). If you are a strategic, results-driven leader ready to take on this complex and rewarding challenge in the Congo, we want to hear from you.

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