Plant Managing Director FMD Precision Engineering

Our client is a globally operating, mid-sized technology company based in Germany. It specializes in high-precision metal components and assemblies for the automotive and medical sectors. With more than 800 employees across international production sites in Europe and the Americas, the company combines global reach with strong local execution capabilities. Its success is driven by technological excellence, continuous innovation, and a highly committed workforce. The Mexican site plays a strategically important role within the Group’s international manufacturing footprint.

Plant Managing Director (f/m/d) Precision Engineerin
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TasksFull P&L responsibility for the manufacturing site, ensuring profitability, growth, and operational excellenceDevelopment and execution of the site strategy in alignment with Group objectives and long-term business planningLeadership and coordination of all core functions, including production, quality, logistics, and financeEnsuring compliance with QMS/EMS standards, customer specifications, and applicable regulatory requirementsDriving operational performance through KPI management, continuous improvement, and lean initiativ
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ProfileUniversity degree in engineering or a related technical discipline with additional qualifications in business managementMinimum 10 years of experience in industrial environments, covering operations, production, supply chain, quality, and financeProven general management experience in a medium-sized manufacturing company with a strong hands-on leadership approachSolid international experience, ideally within Mexico, including familiarity with local business practices and legal frameworksStrong leadership capabilities combined with analytical thinking, results orientation, and excellent communication ski
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PerspectiveHigh-impact leadership role with full entrepreneurial responsibility for a key international production siteDirect reporting line to Group Executive Management with strong strategic visibilityOpportunity to actively shape operational excellence and long-term site development within a growing global organiza
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