Plant Manager
- SE Production Operations
- Enkhuizen
- Syngenta Seeds
Job description
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We're seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead our vegetable and flower seed processing facility in Enkhuizen, Netherlands.
Role purpose
As Plant Manager, you'll oversee daily operations, drive continuous improvement, and lead a world-class team in meeting our business objectives. You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards in health, safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ) while ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Management:
- Oversee daily seed processing and production activities.
- Implement and monitor standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Use lean practices and key performance measures to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership:
- Provide training, development, and performance evaluations for team members.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and results.
- Develop an excellent quality culture focused on customer and product quality.
- Practice proactive stakeholder management across supply chain functions.
- Ensure clear communication across all organizational levels.
Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to all HSE, Quality, legal, and behavioral standards.
- Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments.
- Maintain all quality systems and accreditations.
Operational Improvements:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
- Use data and effective metrics to drive decision-making and track performance.
- Lead Lean Six Sigma and productivity programs.
- Foster innovation and collaborate with technical experts to develop new practices and technologies.
Strategy:
- Develop, communicate, and implement the plant strategy.
- Manage site fixed and variable costs, including capital projects within agreed budgets.
- Contribute to the development and harmonization of the global seed processing network.
- Participate actively in the site management team.
- Maintain good relations with the local community and governmental bodies.
Syngenta Group, a global leader in agricultural technology and innovation, employs 60,000 people across more than 100 countries to transform agriculture through tailor-made solutions for farmers, society, and our planet. Our diverse portfolio encompasses seeds, crop protection, nutrition products, agronomic solutions, and digital services, all designed to help farmers produce healthy food, feed, fiber, and fuel while conserving natural resources and protecting the environment. Our mission is to address critical challenges such as climate change and food security through sustainable practices and cutting-edge solutions, while safeguarding the planet's resources.
Syngenta Seeds, a leading developer and producer of Field Crops, -Vegetable, - and Flower Seeds, is part of Syngenta Group. We bring farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops.
Knowledge, experience & capabilities
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
- +5 years of experience in plant management or similar role.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to develop high-performing teams.
- Expertise in operational excellence methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
- Experience in managing complex financial business cases and capital investments.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Fluency in both English and Dutch, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Location: Enkhuizen, Netherlands.
Take your Chance!
Join us at Syngenta and be part of a diverse and inclusive team that is passionate about shaping the future of sustainable agriculture. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent benefits and ample opportunities for professional growth and development.
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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