Vacature Plant Manager

We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Plant Manager to lead our operations and support our corporate vision at Nutripack Benelux BV (part of Impact Group).

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Plant Manager to oversee our factory's operations. In this role, you will be instrumental in defining and achieving our company objectives, ensuring production efficiency, and driving the operational excellence of our facility. You will act as a key liaison between the production team and the Sales Department, while also being responsible for the factory's overall performance, including profit and loss management.

Key Responsibilities

- Actively participate in setting the company's strategic objectives and ensure alignment with production and operational goals.
- Define and oversee industrial and production objectives, ensuring efficient and timely output that meets customer requirements.
- Serve as the main point of contact for the Sales Department, facilitating effective communication and alignment on production capabilities and delivery timelines.
- Manage the factory’s P&L, including staff costs and capital expenditure (CapEx), to ensure financial efficiency and profitability.
- Lead, inspire, and guide a diverse team through natural and effective leadership, fostering a strong and cohesive work culture.
- Develop and sustain high production efficiency by coordinating various departments, such as Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Production.
- Analyze production efficiency and implement corrective action plans when necessary to maintain high standards.
- Ensure the factory complies with all relevant regulations, particularly in the food industry, such as the BRC system and Ecovadis standards.
- Work closely with the corporate organization and upper management, providing regular updates and spontaneous communication as needed.
- Step in to provide backup for the management team during absences to ensure seamless operations.

Qualifications

- Strong production background, preferably in injection packaging, with deep technical expertise.
- Proven leadership experience with a natural ability to guide, inspire, and develop teams.
- Proficient in managing P&L, with a strong understanding of budgetary and financial responsibilities.
- Ability to analyze and drive efficiency improvements across all operational departments.
- Fluency in Dutch and English; multilingual abilities are a plus.
- Agile, flexible, and eager to adapt to changing environments and business needs.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate ideas and strategies.
- Comfortable working in an international corporate setting and adept at collaborating across cultures.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards in the food industry (BRC, Ecovadis, etc.) is highly desirable.

Who we are

Nutripack Benelux BV primarily produces packaging intended for food products. We do this for a wide range of customers in the food industry, wholesale, institutional market, and hospitality sector. We are part of the French Impact Group, which, through companies in various European countries, specializes in food packaging. The Impact Group develops, manufactures, and offers packaging solutions for both single-use and reusable options.

With the help of state-of-the-art injection molding machines and highly dedicated employees, we produce millions of containers, trays, lids, and other items 24/7 in Oss each year.

A glimpse of the employment conditions.

- A competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth within an international and innovative company.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment, where your contributions make a tangible impact.
- Training and development programs to support your leadership and technical skills.
- Our company culture is built on innovation, diversity, entrepreneurship, social responsibility, and ethics. Your interpersonal skills will make the difference.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for leading high-performing teams and driving operational success in a manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you.

This position is open to anyone who wishes to join us, regardless of their background or life story, as long as our mutual expectations align.