Morgan Latif is a specialist leadership search & development consultancy. We partner with clients across the Medical & Dental Technology, Packaging, Consumer, E-mobility, and Industrial Technology sectors to support their transformation and diversity objectives. Our mission is to combine traditional recruitment and coaching methodologies with innovative technology to deliver tailored solutions to both clients and candidates.Plant Manager – Strategic Manufacturing Leadership RoleItaly / On-siteOur client is a well-established international industrial manufacturer operating within the packaging sector.With a strong European manufacturing footprint and an international customer base, the organisation combines industrial heritage with a clear strategic focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. The company is actively evolving its manufacturing platform to support the growing demand for high-performance and more sustainable packaging solutions .As part of this transformation, the group is investing in the development and expansion of one of its key European production sites .This is a high-impact leadership role for an experienced Plant Manager who enjoys building strong industrial organisations and leading operational transformation.The facility plays an important role within the company's manufacturing network and is entering a significant phase of development, including:Expansion of production capacityInstallation of new manufacturing technologiesContinued professionalisation of plant management and performance processesThis role is ideal for a hands-on industrial leader who enjoys being close to the operation while driving long-term improvement and growth.Lead the overall performance of the manufacturing site, ensuring safe and efficient operationsCreate strong operational discipline and clear management routinesMaintain a visible and engaged leadership presence across the plantDrive improvements in productivity, efficiency, and manufacturing cost performanceIntroduce structured performance management and operational KPIsSupport the integration and optimisation of the company's operational systems and digital toolsEnsure planning, reporting, and decision-making processes are robust and reliableInvestment & Industrial DevelopmentEnsure the successful integration of new equipment and production capabilitiesSupport the long-term development of the site as a key manufacturing platform within the groupStrengthen the plant leadership team and organisational structureThe company is seeking a strong industrial leader with the ability to combine operational credibility with structured management and change leadership .Experience leading a manufacturing plant or major production operationA hands-on leadership style with strong shop-floor engagementProven ability to drive operational improvement and cultural changeExperience within process manufacturing, packaging materials, plastics, chemicals, or related industrial sectors would be particularly relevant.