Cluster Operations Manager (m/w/d) in Marl

• Ensure that the plants comply with applicable EHS laws, regulations, and internal Group procedures.
• Take responsibility for production performance, product quality, throughput, and delivery.
• Plan and monitor operational budgets and ensure effective cost control.
• Continuously improve production processes using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Ensure compliance with all German / local and company EHS requirements, including risk assessments and occupational hygiene programmes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements for the safe operation and maintenance of plant machinery and equipment.
• Align production capacity and workforce planning with logistics requirements.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 requirements and objectives.
• Improve quality, yield, throughput, equipment availability, and costs through continuous improvement and OPEX projects.
• Identify investment opportunities to improve plant efficiency and yield.
• Ensure production costs remain within approved budgets.
• Prepare regular operational and performance reports for the relevant manager, including:
  • Operational performance
  • Finished goods quality, in cooperation with the Quality function
  • Key production and cost indicators
• Ensure effective maintenance to minimise downtime and maximise equipment availability.
• Lead, develop, coach, and motivate the site team.
• Address performance and conduct matters when required.
• Organise and oversee quarterly and annual stock counts.
• Work closely with Logistics, Quality, Maintenance, EHS, Finance, and HR.
• Travel nationally and internationally as required (approx. 5%).

• Degree in Engineering, such as Industrial, Mechanical, Process, Mining, or a related discipline or any other equivalent qualification.
• Solid hands-on experience in a manufacturing, industrial, mining, or similar production environment.
• Good understanding of plant operations, including Safety, Production, Quality, Processes, Maintenance, and Capex.
• Experience in team leadership and operational management.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Focus on safety, quality, operational excellence, and customer requirements.
• Fluency in German and English.

As a global organisation operating across multiple countries, compensation for this role may vary depending on location, local market benchmarks, and experience.
In line with our commitment to pay transparency, a salary range relevant to your location will be shared with you during the early stages of the recruitment process, before any interview is scheduled.