Specialist manufacturing executive search.
MSC Headhunting offers executive search services as specialist manufacturing executive recruiters, with over 25 years of experience. We identify and engage top candidates globally, focusing on professionals already employed at competitors rather than job board applicants.
Our recruitment process includes sourcing, screening, and three rounds of interviews before presenting candidates to clients. MSC handles all arrangements for interviews, travel, offer creation, and onboarding coaching to ensure a seamless transition for both client and candidate.
Manufacturing industries we cover.
Aerospace, Defence & Security
Senior leadership for aerospace manufacturing, defence systems, and security technology companies.
Automotive
Manufacturing executives for OEMs, tier-one suppliers, and automotive component manufacturers.
Automated Production
Leadership for automated and robotic production facilities and Industry 4.0 operations.
Electrical Equipment
Senior roles in electrical equipment manufacturing, power systems, and industrial electronics.
Electronics & Precision Engineering
Executive talent for precision manufacturing, electronics assembly, and micro-engineering.
Food Production
Manufacturing leadership for food processing, FMCG production, and food technology companies.
Industrial Production
Senior management for heavy industry, steel, metals, and industrial manufacturing operations.
Micro Fabrication
Specialist leadership in micro-fabrication, nanotechnology manufacturing, and precision assembly.
Paper & Wood
Executive roles across paper manufacturing, forestry products, and wood processing industries.
Process & Chemical Industries
Senior leadership for chemical manufacturing, process engineering, and industrial chemistry.
Production Design & Equipment
Leadership in production design, capital equipment, and manufacturing technology development.
Semiconductors
Executive talent for semiconductor fabrication, chip design, and microelectronics manufacturing.
Typical manufacturing roles we fill.
- Managing Director
- Geschäftsführer
- General Manager
- Production Director
- Plant Manager
- Head of Production
- Sales Director
- Group Finance Director
- Manufacturing Manager
- QHSE Manager
- QA Manager
Client testimonial.
“MSC Headhunters manage the whole headhunting process very well, providing regular feedback. Not only are fees realistic, but they’re willing to take on whatever is requested.”
Paper Industry Client — Asia

Tell us about your vacancy.
Contact our manufacturing headhunting team to discuss your executive search requirements.