About the Team
The production team at ZF Group in Darlaston consists of nearly 200 dedicated professionals, highly experienced and working seamlessly together within a lean and efficient structure. With a long-standing partnership with JLR, the team has demonstrated reliability and commitment to delivering high-quality chassis products. Passionate about their work, they consistently strive for excellence in production and operational efficiency.
ZF Group is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to bring fresh perspectives, inspire the team, and drive continuous improvement. This role requires a leader with resilience, motivation, and the ability to make a significant impact on both operational and strategic development.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, manage, and develop the plant team to foster a problem-solving culture, ensuring empowerment, accountability, and compliance.
* Drive financial and operational performance, achieving both short- and long-term business objectives (FCM).
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement while developing and executing strategic and operational plans for the plant.
* Maintain and enhance relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Oversee the strategic development of the Darlaston plant, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
Candidate Profile
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Strong background in operations, particularly in Lean Management.
* Proven leadership experience, with the ability to coach and mentor teams.
* Expertise in organizational transformation and development.
* In-depth knowledge of digitalization and automation in manufacturing.
* Strong business and financial acumen, with a results-driven, solution-oriented approach.
* Fluent English language skills.
What ZF Group Offers
* Competitive salary including 100% ZF Incentive.
* Car allowance.
* Pension plan.
* Private Medical Insurance.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing production team within a globally recognized company. ZF Group welcomes applications from dynamic and experienced leaders ready to drive innovation and excellence at the Darlaston plant.
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