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Industrial Director
In a constantly changing industrial environment—marked by ramp-up, process digitalization, and performance requirements—the Interim Industrial Director ensures operational control, production continuity, and site competitiveness. They drive industrial performance, secure strategic projects, and strengthen team cohesion around clear and measurable objectives. A true leader in the field, The Interim Industrial Director embodies the operational standards and rigor necessary for successful industrial transformation.
Their role is based on three key pillars:
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Operational excellence that drives overall company performance.
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The ability to steer industrial transformation in complex, multi-site contexts.
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Human and pragmatic leadership that promotes cohesion and skills development within teams.
When should you hire an Interim Industrial Director?
Increased production rates or launch of new industrial projects (automotive, aerospace, energy, etc.).
Taking control of a site experiencing performance, quality, or cost issues.
Post-merger integration or carve-out of newly acquired or divested plants.
Structuring or reconfiguring a multi-site industrial network.
Opening of a new international site or relocation of activities.
Strengthening operational management in areas with high turnover or skills shortages.
Types of assignments
Overall management of industrial operations or temporary replacement of a COO/Director of Operations.
Interim management of a Plant Manager, APU Manager, or Production Manager.
Securing the launch of strategic industrial projects and monitoring performance indicators (quality, costs, deadlines, safety).
Implementation of a continuous improvement and operational excellence plan (Lean, TPM, 5S, etc.).
Multi-site coordination and optimization of the industrial supply chain.
Industrial PMO for the construction and start-up of a new production unit.
The Industrial Operations Ecosystem
IMT Partners is involved in all executive functions, as well as managerial functions.
Site Manager
Production Manager
QHSE
Maintenance Manager
Methods and Industrialization
R&D
Program Director
