Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar Jobs Influence business performance through end-to-end strategic plant leadership. Lead across operations, people, quality, safety, and continuous improvement. About Our Client Our client is an international food company operating across retail and foodservice channels, serving millions of customers through a diverse portfolio of well-established brands. The company is committed to product quality, operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth, supported by manufacturing facilities and commercial operations across multiple markets. Job Description 1. Plant Operations LeadershipLead overall plant performance and deliver annual operational and supply chain objectives.Ensure safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations while maintaining high levels of customer service and supply continuity.Drive operational discipline across production, engineering, maintenance, and continuous improvement activities.Own plant budget performance and resource allocation with a focus on efficiency and sustainable results.2. Quality, Food Safety & ComplianceBuild and sustain a strong safety culture in full compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.Ensure products consistently meet quality and food safety requirements.Lead plant readiness for internal and external audits, business continuity plans, and operational risk management.Promote adherence to manufacturing standards and operational governance processes.3. Continuous Improvement & Performance ManagementDrive operational excellence initiatives and continuous improvement programs across the site.Monitor and improve KPIs including productivity, waste reduction, labor efficiency, downtime, service performance, and conversion costs.Lead structured problem-solving and root-cause analysis to eliminate recurring operational issues.Strengthen performance routines and data-driven decision making throughout the organization.4. Leadership & Organization DevelopmentLead, coach, and develop the site leadership team.Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, engagement, and ownership.Develop organizational capability and succession pipelines for key positions.Partner with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Finance, Procurement, and HR to achieve business objectives. The Successful Applicant 1.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Science, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline.2.10+ years of manufacturing or plant operations leadership experience.3.Solid experience within food, beverage, personal care, or other regulated FMCG manufacturing industries.4.Demonstrated leadership to large-scale plant operations and delivering results through teams.5.Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, food safety standards, and continuous improvement methodologies.6.Proven capability in stakeholder management, change leadership, and talent development.7.Strong analytical skills with experience managing performance through KPIs and operational metrics.8.Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken.9.Proficiency in Excel and data analysis/reporting tools such as Power BI. What's on Offer Competitive Salary Package.Annual leave and sick leave.Full social insurance. Contact Chris Qu Quote job ref JN-102026-7123569 Phone number +86 21 6035 3502 Job summary Function Engineering & Manufacturing Specialisation Production, Manufacturing What is your area of specialisation? FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) Location Qingdao Contract type Permanent Consultant name Chris Qu Consultant phone +86 21 6035 3502 Job Reference JN-102026-7123569
