Plant Operations Specialist – Manufacturing Performance Engineer

About the role

Our client is a leading international FMCG company and market leader in Libya, operating a major manufacturing and distribution facility. They are seeking an engineer with strong manufacturing/plant experience to monitor plant performance, analyse operational data and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and cost. This role offers a chance to move beyond traditional engineering into plant performance, operational excellence and continuous improvement with valuable international exposure.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor production performance, KPIs, OEE, efficiency, downtime, waste and quality.
• Review and analyse production reports and identify performance gaps.
• Conduct operational audits during monthly visits to the Libya plant.
• Investigate recurring issues, bottlenecks and production losses.
• Work closely with the Head of Quality, Technical Director and Production Manager.
• Prepare management reports and turn data into practical improvement recommendations.
• Analyze plant cost per line and department to improve various KPIs.
• Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Assist in preparing for various international audits.

Required profile

• Engineering degree – Industrial, Mechanical, Production, Manufacturing or related.
• Minimum of 5+ years' experience in manufacturing, production, plant operations or operational excellence.
• Strong analytical and data‑management skills.
• Experience with production KPIs, OEE and performance reporting.
• Strong Excel skills; SAP/ERP experience is an advantage.
• Lean, Six Sigma, TPM or similar experience is desirable.
• Confident communicator able to work with plant teams and senior management.
• Fluency in English and Greek.
• Willingness to travel to Libya approximately once per month.

Required skills

• Excel
• SAP/ERP
• Lean
• Six Sigma
• TPM

What we offer

• A highly competitive net salary.
• Cyprus‑based international role combining engineering, data, plant performance and continuous improvement.
• International travel and career development opportunities.