Operation Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Overall Operations Management

• Develop and execute the plant's annual operational plan, budget, and KPIs. Be fully accountable for the plant's P&L, OEE, Quality, EHS, and delivery performance.

1. Strategy & Continuous Improvement

• Drive Operational Excellence (OE) and Lean Manufacturing systems. Identify and lead strategic, cross-functional improvement projects to optimize costs, enhance efficiency, and agility.

1. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the operational department heads (e.g., Production, Process Engineering, Maintenance, EHS) to build a high-performance culture focused on safety and quality.

1. Compliance, Safety & Quality

• Act as the primary person in charge for EHS and quality compliance, ensuring 100% adherence to local regulations, corporate policies, and relevant management system standards.

1. Supply Chain & Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Planning, Procurement, Logistics, and Quality teams to optimize end-to-end supply chain performance and ensure stability in material supply and product delivery.

1. Capital Projects & New Technology

• Lead or approve key operational Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects. Evaluate and implement new technologies/processes to enhance long-term competitiveness.

1. HQ Collaboration & Reporting

• Serve as the primary operations lead for the plant, regularly reporting performance to headquarters and effectively communicating and executing corporate strategies locally.

Qualifications & Skills

1. Education

• Bachelor's degree or above in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

1. Experience

• 10 years of operational management experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, or advanced manufacturing industries, with at least 5 years in a Plant/Operations Manager or equivalent senior leadership role.
• Proven track record in leading successful Lean transformations, greenfield/brownfield project startups, or significant turnaround projects. Experience in multinational or Sino-foreign joint ventures is highly preferred.

1. Core Competencies

• Strategic & Business Acumen: Strong business sense, strategic planning, and financial management skills (P&L, Budgeting, CapEx).
• Leadership: Excellent team leadership, people development, and change management skills, capable of motivating teams in a multicultural setting.
• Problem-solving: Strong analytical, decision-making, and complex problem-solving skills.
• Communication & Collaboration: Outstanding communication skills in both Chinese and English, with the ability to collaborate effectively with HQ, local teams, and external stakeholders.

1. Language

• Fluent in English (written and spoken) is mandatory. Proficiency in the local language (e.g., Czech, German) or Chinese is a significant advantage.