Plant Director

Plant Director (f/m/d) 

LOCATION: Rzeszow / Poland | COMPANY: Knorr-Bremse Systemy Pojazdów Szynowych Sp. z o.o. 

Knorr-Bremse is a global leader in the production of braking systems and additional subsystems for rail and commercial vehicles. We currently employ 30,000 people worldwide. Since 1905, our solutions have been contributing to energy efficiency and the safety of people and on tracks and roads.

We are looking for an experienced Plant Director to lead our Polish operations. This is a unique opportunity to strengthen manufacturing performance, lead transformation initiatives, and guide high-performing teams across production, logistics, purchasing, industrial engineering, maintenance and planning.

Your responsibilities:

• lead operations: drive strategic management of on-site production and ensure smooth coordination across all segments,
• ensure operational excellence: optimize key processes to improve stability, quality, and cost performance,
• manage transitions: oversee production transfers from global sites into Poland, ensuring efficient integration,
• promote continuous improvement: implement lean methodologies and drive improvement initiatives across all functions,
• collaborate globally: work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to align plant-level improvements with corporate objectives,
• build a performance culture: establish data-driven routines and operating systems that empower teams and deliver measurable results,
• take ownership of results: manage budgets, CAPEX projects, and productivity targets while achieving cost, quality, and growth objectives.

Our requirements:

• master's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent),
• 5+ years of senior leadership experience in plant management,
• strong background in manufacturing; additional expertise in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or Quality is a plus,
• entrepreneurial mindset: decisive, structured, and skilled at managing complexity,
• exceptional communication and organizational skills with a hands-on approach,
• proven ability to manage financial operations and budgets effectively,
• demonstrated leadership excellence and advanced analytical skills,
• fluent in English.

We offer:

• competitive rewards: attractive salary and benefits package,
• global impact: be part of a creative, challenging international environment,
• career growth: opportunities for professional development and leadership in transformative projects,
• empowering culture: a supportive team, incentive programs, and a workplace where your ideas matter.