Operations Director

Our client within the Manufacturing field, would like to recruit an Operations Director to join their growing team.

Reporting to the Business Unit Director, the chosen candidate will:

Operations & Production Leadership

• Direct daily manufacturing operations, production scheduling, shop-floor capacity planning, and resource allocation to meet delivery schedules.
• Uphold stringent product quality standards, minimize scrap/downtime, and meet customer On-Time In-Full (OTIF) targets.
• Champion Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence to drive productivity and unit-cost efficiencies.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programmes, machinery reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• 2. Financial Management & P&L Oversight
• Formulate and manage the annual operational and capital expenditure budgets (OPEX/CAPEX) in line with corporate guidelines.
• Monitor monthly operational expenditure, identify cost-saving initiatives, and optimize inventory holding and working capital.
• Conduct feasibility evaluations, financial appraisals, and business cases for technical investments and machinery acquisitions.
• Ensure disciplined financial control, variance analysis, and efficient resource deployment across all cost centres.
• 3. Workforce Leadership & People Management
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary site team of approximately 35 employees across production, maintenance, quality, and administration.
• Take full ownership of employee lifecycles, including recruitment, compensation reviews, disciplinary procedures, dismissals, and performance appraisals.
• Drive workforce planning, skill-gap analysis, technical cross-training, and supervisory succession planning.
• Foster an accountable, collaborative, and high-performance workplace culture rooted in mutual respect and productivity.
• 4. Capital Projects & Technical Modernization
• Spearhead site-wide technical modernization projects, machinery installations, and facility automation upgrades.
• Direct project scopes, vendor negotiations, engineering milestones, and Capex budgets from business-case approval through to commissioning.
• Ensure zero disruption to ongoing series production during site installations and structural line changes.
• 5. Occupational Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)
• Guarantee rigorous compliance with local occupational health, safety, and environmental statutory legislation.
• Supervise systematic workplace risk assessments, safety audits, hazard identification, and corrective action implementation.
• Drive an uncompromising "safety-first" culture across all production areas, machinery operations, and material handling workflows.
• 6. Strategic Governance & Corporate Reporting
• Define and execute local operational strategies that mirror the long-term vision and performance targets of the parent group.
• Provide accurate monthly operational and financial reporting packages directly to the Business Unit Director in Germany.
• Act as the legal representative and formal Company Director for the Maltese operating entity, ensuring adherence to statutory filing, corporate governance, and local regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Proven leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage both strategic responsibilities and day-to-day operations independently.

Education and Experience

• Strong experience in manufacturing operations and people management is a must.
• Experience in project management and continuous improvement.
• Engineering certification is given preference.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• KPI Bonus
• Mobile

About Us

Konnekt:

Established in 2007, Konnekt has grown into Malta's leading job agency. Our team is here to simplify your job search by presenting over 400 career options across various fields. We have robust connections with top employers in Malta, making us the ideal choice for anyone considering a career change.

At Konnekt, we believe in straightforward actions and staying true to our values. This commitment has been the driving force behind our success. Whether you're seeking new opportunities or exploring a different career path, we are your reliable partner throughout the process.

Our website provides more insights into our approach and the array of services we offer. Take a moment to explore and discover how Konnekt can be instrumental in shaping your professional journey.