Manufacturing Operations Manager- Trinidad y Tobago

Descripción del puesto

• Lead and oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets are achieved.
• Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity, operational efficiency, and cost management.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), including production output, quality, waste, downtime, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, health and safety regulations, and internal procedures.
• Coordinate production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain activities to ensure operational continuity.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, applying Lean Manufacturing and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Lead, coach, and develop teams to strengthen performance, accountability, and collaboration.
• Manage operational budgets and identify opportunities to reduce costs and minimize waste.
• Ensure efficient utilization of equipment, materials, and human resources.

Requisitos

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in manufacturing operations management, preferably in the plastics, packaging, or PET industry.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, quality management, and continuous improvement.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and driving operational performance.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, OEE, root cause analysis, and process optimization.
• Strong analytical, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP knowledge is an advantage.
• Strong English communication skills.