Plant Manager/Executive (m/f/d) Production Company

MItteldeutschland
Management
Full-time
Active since: 29.10.2026

OUR CLIENT

Our client is the German subsidiary of an international corporation that successfully distributes food ingredients to the food processing industry in Germany and Europe. The company’s international customers in various sectors of the food industry (e.g., baked goods) value its professionalism, innovative spirit, and customer focus. This position is being created as part of a restructuring.

YOUR NEW CHALLENGE

  • You will ensure efficient and on-time production and continuously improve these processes
  • You will drive lean management, process optimization, and the continuous improvement program across all departments
  • You will plan and manage capital expenditure and maintenance projects, ranging from equipment upgrades to logistics
  • You will identify opportunities for automation and digitalization and oversee their implementation
  • You will lead managers and employees at the site in a decisive, clear, and respectful manner

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

  • You have several years of leadership experience as a plant or operations manager in food production, preferably in the processing of dry goods, and have executive management experience
  • You have a proven track record in process optimization, automation, and investment management
  • You communicate clearly across all levels, convince employees of the need for change, combine a hands-on approach with foresight, and confidently prioritize between quality, costs, and deadlines

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

A key role awaits you at a growing location, offering you the freedom to shape the future and direct access to decision-makers. The corporate culture is characterized by tradition, innovation, long-term thinking, and respect for people. Professionalism and customer focus are practiced every day.

HOW TO CONTACT US

Our consultant, Matthias Hennig, is happy to answer any further questions you may have at +49 89 1895520-19. Rau Consultants guarantees objective information and will only share your data after you have given your express consent. We look forward to receiving your application, quoting reference RAH05065.

When success matters, it all comes down to people.

For 50 years, RAU | CONSULTANTS has been the specialist when it comes to “people” in the food industry—executive search, permanent and interim placements, training and coaching, compensation and benefits, and more.

RAU | FOOD RECRUITMENT GmbH
Friedenheimer Brücke 21 • 80639 Munich
+49 89 1895520-0
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Additional job locations
MItteldeutschland
Entry date
immediately
Contract tye
Unlimited
Salary
No specification