Plant Managing Director - Global Mechanical Company, local hire

Shandong Permanent RMB900,000 - RMB1,400,000 per year View Job Description
We are conducting a confidential search for a long‑established international company in the mechanical manufacturing sector, serving customers in construction machinery and automotive industries. The organization seeks an experienced Managing Director - Plant Operations to lead its major facility in Shandong and support the expansion of its China business.
  • Full leadership responsibility over a flagship manufacturing site
  • Blend of operational leadership + commercial growth (new customer development)

About Our Client

The organisation is Internationally respected mechanical manufacturing company. They have strong engineering foundation serving construction machinery & automotive clients with robust global operating systems and continuous investment in China.

Job Description

Strategic & Operational Leadership

  • Initiating long-term planning and execute operational excellence across all departments
  • Oversee production, engineering, maintenance, supply chain, quality, and EHS
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards



Team Leadership & Organizational Development

  • Manage, motivate, and develop the existing management team
  • Build a high-performance culture emphasizing accountability, openness, and collaboration
  • Strengthen team capabilities to support business growth



Customer Development & Market Expansion

  • Develop new local customer relationships to expand market presence in China
  • Understand local customer requirements, especially in construction machinery & automotive
  • Support key customer engagement and strengthen long-term partnerships



Quality, Lean & Continuous Improvement

  • Ensure strong adherence to IATF 16949 quality standards
  • Drive lean manufacturing, CI tools, and structured problem‑solving
  • Implement digitalization, automation, and modernization initiatives



Stakeholder Management

  • Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, local government, and other stakeholders
  • Communicate plant performance and needs to global leadership



The Successful Applicant

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business Administration

5-10+ years of executive management experience in a multinational manufacturing environment

Strong track record managing plant operations and managing large teams

Solid knowledge of IATF 16949 and quality systems required(工程机械 & 汽车行业背景尤佳)

Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational transformation

Demonstrated ability to build new customer relationships and grow local business

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Native Chinese with strong English proficiency

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from CNY 900000 to CNY 1400000 annually.
  • Opportunity to shape both operations and commercial growth in China
  • Supportive leadership and abundant room for modernization and innovation
Contact
Sheva Fang
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6947131
Phone number
+86 21 6026 8105

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
General Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Shandong
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sheva Fang
Consultant phone
+86 21 6026 8105
Job Reference
JN-022026-6947131

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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