Plant Manager

well-established international industrial group specialized in high-precision material converting and manufacturing solutions

Reporting to senior leadership within an international matrix environment, you will lead overall site performance with full responsibility for operations, people leadership, execution of the business plan, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will help build a strong culture focused on safety, quality, customer service, accountability, and operational excellence.

You will play a key role in:

• Leading day-to-day plant operations and site leadership teams,
• Improving industrial performance and operational effectiveness,
• Strengthening management structure, team ownership, and accountability,
• Supporting customer satisfaction and a more proactive commercial mindset,
• Driving new product introductions, process improvement, and KPI discipline,
• Supporting technology deployment and cross-site collaboration in an international environment,
• Contributing to strategic planning, investment priorities, and long-term growth.

Profile sought

We are looking for a leader with:

• A Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Significant experience in plant, manufacturing, or industrial operations management with a strong exposure to aerospace or other industries transforming highly technical materials (composites, plastics, metals…) for demanding applications.
• Solid understanding of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, KPI management, and industrial standards combined with financial acumen and profitability orientation.
• Mature and energizing leadership, with a hands-on, resilient, pragmatic style, and the ability to combine high standards, team development, and change management.
• Ability to operate effectively in an international and matrix American organization, with fluent English and multicultural adaptability.

Why join?

This is an opportunity to take on a high-impact leadership role in a growing industrial environment where you can shape performance, culture, and future development. The position offers real visibility, autonomy, and the potential to expand toward a broader scope including stronger business and P&L contribution.

If you are an experienced industrial leader motivated by transformation, team development, and operational excellence, we would be pleased to hear from you.

We are recruiting a Plant Manage r for a well-established international industrial group specialized in high-precision material converting and manufacturing solutions for demanding sectors such as aerospace and advanced industries.

Based in Pays-de-la-Loire region, this role is a strategic and hands-on leadership opportunity for an industrial manager ready to drive performance, transformation, and growth across a manufacturing site and a smaller secondary operation.

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