The Plant Manager is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our manufacturing facility to ensure that production goals are met while maintaining a high standard of quality and safety. The position involves strategic planning, team management, and process optimization to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all aspects of plant operations, including production, quality assurance, safety, and maintenance.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize manufacturing processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards, promoting a safe working environment for all employees.
• Coordinate with other departments, including Engineering, Sales, and Supply Chain, to align manufacturing capabilities with customer demands and business objectives.
• Monitor production metrics and KPIs to enable data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Manage plant budget and resources effectively, ensuring cost control and alignment with financial goals.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.
• Conduct performance evaluations and implement training and development programs.
• Collaborate with senior management on strategic planning and projects to drive growth and innovation within the plant.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in manufacturing management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and supply chain management.
• Proven track record of leading teams and driving operational excellence.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

The Gunnebo Group is a global leader in security, offering innovative products and services to protect and control the flow of people, and to safely secure valuables. Through our businesses and customers in retail, public transport, public and commercial buildings, industrial and high-risk sites and banking, we operate worldwide through our 3,400 employees, 25 country locations and 10 production facilities. Serving customers in over 100 markets, together we create a safer world.

Gunnebo Entrance Control specialises in entrance control solutions that enable our customers with increased efficiency, safety and end-user experience. Our wide range of products are designed to create a safe environment without restricting freedom of movement, whether it is to enter the lobby of a company, a supermarket, an entertainment area, an industrial area or public transport. We shape the future of people flow management.

Diversity Statement

Gunnebo Entrance Control is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our products so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, religion, origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or any other dimension of diversity.