Back to search

Plant Manager

Porto, Norte Permanent View Job Description
- A leading international technology manufacturing group is seeking an accomplished Plant Director to lead one of its strategic production facilities in Southern Europe. - This executive role offers the opportunity to drive operational excellence, lead large-scale manufacturing activities, and contribute directly to the continued growth and transformation of a global industrial organisation.
  • This role offers an excellent opportunity for leadership and professional growth
  • Joining this company will allow you to contribute to ambitious expansion project

About Our Client

This position offers the opportunity to join a growing international organisation recognised for its innovation, engineering excellence, and long-term vision. Operating in a fast-growing environment, with expansion projects currently underway, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a strategically important manufacturing operation with significant visibility at global leadership level.

Job Description

  • Lead all manufacturing activities, ensuring the achievement and delivery of operational,quality, safety, and financial objectives.
  • Drive Operational Excellence through Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement,automation, and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Develop and empower multidisciplinary teams while fostering a high-performance culture built on accountability and collaboration.
  • Oversee production, engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain functions to ensure operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Act as a strategic partner to international leadership teams, supporting business growth,investment projects, and organisational transformation.
  • Lead the industrialisation and operational ramp-up of new products and technologies, ensuring scalable and efficient manufacturing processes.
  • Define and monitor key performance indicators, driving initiatives to improve productivity, quality, delivery performance, and cost competitiveness.



The Successful Applicant

  • Degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
  • Proven track record in senior manufacturing leadership roles such as Plant Director, Operations Director, Manufacturing Director, or equivalent.
  • Strong experience within technically demanding industrial environments, ideally involving precision manufacturing, advanced technologies, or high-reliability products.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, change-management and performance improvement programs.
  • Fluent in English, with exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, communication skills within international organisations.



What’s on Offer

This opportunity offers the chance to join a leading international manufacturing organisation, taking on a senior leadership role with high visibility and direct impact on the plant's strategy and performance. The position provides the opportunity to lead critical operational functions, drive operational excellence and transformation initiatives, and contribute to the company's continued growth, expansion, and long-term success.

Contact
José Peixoto
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7077230

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Engineering & Manufacturing Subsector
Industry
Industrial
Location
Porto
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
José Peixoto
Job reference
JN-082026-7077230
Page Executive
José Peixoto LinkedIn
Associate Partner

José is a top-tier headhunter in Lisbon, Portugal, recruiting for C-Level, Management, Directors and Board Member positions in Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Legal and Human Resources (HR).

Read more about José Peixoto

About Page Executive

Page Executive are inclusive Recruiters and Hirers, as reflected in our Clear Assured Platinum Standard Accreditation from the Clear Company. We are passionate about attracting diverse talent and are committed to ensuring our processes are inclusive and supportive.