Factory Construction & Operations Manager

Factory Construction & Operations Manager

(Greenfield Manufacturing Plant Development)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Factory Construction & Operations Manager to lead the planning, construction, commissioning, and operational readiness of a new manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will possess strong expertise in factory construction, manufacturing process requirements, facility management, utility systems, EHS compliance, and plant operational excellence.

The role will ensure successful delivery of greenfield and brownfield projects from feasibility study through mass production (SOP), while establishing a world-class manufacturing operation.

Key Responsibilities

Factory Construction & Project Management

• Lead end-to-end factory construction projects including greenfield and expansion projects.
• Develop project master plans, timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate architects, consultants, contractors, government authorities, and utility providers.
• Monitor construction progress, quality, cost, and schedule adherence.
• Manage facility handover and project closeout activities.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, statutory regulations, and industrial standards.

Manufacturing Facility Planning

• Define factory layout based on manufacturing process flow and future expansion plans.
• Plan production areas, warehouse, quality labs, engineering centers, utility regions, and office spaces.
• Develop material flow concepts using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Optimize space utilization and operational efficiency.
• Support manufacturing equipment installation and commissioning.

Facility & Utility Management

• Establish utility infrastructure including:
  • Electrical HV/LV systems
  • Compressed air systems
  • Cooling water systems
  • HVAC systems
  • Industrial gases
  • Wastewater treatment plants
  • Fire protection systems
  • Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Ensure facility reliability and preventive maintenance systems are in place.

EHS & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations.
• Obtain statutory approvals and operating licenses.
• Implement ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and IATF16949 readiness programs.
• Lead risk assessments and emergency preparedness planning.

Team Leadership

• Build and lead cross-functional project teams.
• Develop facility, maintenance, manufacturing engineering and operation teams.
• Manage contractors, consultants and external service providers.
• Drive continuous improvement culture.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.

Experience

• 10–15+ years in manufacturing operations and industrial project management.
• Minimum 5 years of factory construction or greenfield project experience.
• Proven track record of delivering manufacturing facilities from concept to production.
• Experience with automotive, electronics, industrial products, or component manufacturing.

Technical Knowledge

Strong knowledge of:

• Factory construction management
• Manufacturing engineering
• Facility management
• Utility systems
• CAPEX management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Industrial Automation
• MES / Industry 4.0
• Equipment installation & commissioning
• EHS and regulatory compliance
• Warehouse and logistics planning

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of:

• Plastic Injection Molding
• High-Speed Stamping
• Die Casting
• Powder Metallurgy
• PCBA Manufacturing
• CNC Machining
• Automated Assembly
• Motor Manufacturing
• Automotive Component Manufacturing

Key Competencies

✅ Greenfield Factory Development
✅ Manufacturing Footprint Planning
✅ Facility Operations Management
✅ CAPEX & Budget Control
✅ Utility Infrastructure Management
✅ Contractor Management
✅ EHS Leadership
✅ Automation & Digital Manufacturing
✅ Strategic Planning
✅ Stakeholder Management
✅ Team Development
✅ Problem Solving & Execution Excellence

Ideal Candidate Profile

A hands-on manufacturing leader who has successfully:

• Built and commissioned new factories.
• Managed plant construction and infrastructure development.
• Installed manufacturing equipment and production lines.
• Established facility operations and maintenance organizations.
• Led production ramp-up from construction phase to mass production.
• Managed large CAPEX investments (USD 100M–200M+).
• Worked with government agencies for permits, incentives, and approvals.

Driven operational excellence, automation, and digital factory initiatives

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.