Adrian Grochowski

Led the end-to-end operation of the MWC Factory, delivering high-quality Mars products to over 20 global markets. Accountable for site strategy execution aligned with Mars Five Principles and broader business objectives. Drove a strong safety culture focused on associate wellbeing and HSE compliance. Delivered operational excellence through leadership of 320+ associates and effective management of a $50M budget. Enabled long-term transformation through TPM deployment, digitalisation, and people development to ensure sustainable performance.

Provided technical leadership for the site, overseeing Engineering, Continuous Improvement/Reliability, and Maintenance across all assets, buildings, civil infrastructure, and factory IT systems. Led a high-performing team with expertise in mechanical, electrical, controls, and project management. Accountable for building a strong safety culture through compliant systems, visible leadership, and role-modelled behaviours. Developed an efficient and collaborative organizational structure to unlock TPM potential, with a focus on the Progressive Maintenance Pillar. Delivered maintenance and CAB budgets with a strong track record of savings and cost efficiency. Contributed to overall site strategy as a member of the Site Leadership Team, supporting high-quality decision-making and visual leadership.

Led and developed a team of 40+ associates (including 8 direct reports) across multiple disciplines: mechanical, electrical, controls, infrastructure, and project management. Fostered a strong safety culture, ensuring a safe work environment for over 8,000 associates through regulatory compliance, proactive maintenance, and infrastructure upgrades. Delivered high and sustainable asset reliability through a capable team, effective use of CMMS (EAM), and leadership in root cause problem-solving. Cultivated a Continuous Improvement culture aligned with Amazon’s Leadership Principles. Managed an annual €6M+ budget for technology and infrastructure maintenance. Supported EU capital project implementation and collaborated closely with other Fulfillment Center departments to ensure on-time shipments and outstanding customer experience in a fast-paced environment.

Led investment projects across the EU region with budgets exceeding $1M, defining project scope, budget, timelines, and deliverables in alignment with business needs. Managed cross-functional teams to ensure delivery across all project dimensions, including safety, quality, cost, functionality, and training. Drove cross-plant safety initiatives focused on contractor management. Coordinated engineering resources for EU-level new product development projects.

Managed one of four Shift Maintenance Teams within the Engineering Department, consistently driving breakdown reduction while ensuring delivery against budget, quality, and EHS targets. Proactively managed operational assets to maximise reliability and OEE, reduce MTTR, and maintain plant integrity through effective execution of the preventive maintenance program. Contributed as a key member of the Factory Engineering Leadership Team, influencing strategic direction in maintenance and reliability.

Supported the maintenance & reliability strategy for operational assets by developing, implementing, and continuously improving the planning and scheduling structure for site maintenance activities. Optimised preventive maintenance programs, conducted breakdown analyses, and applied TPM best practices to maximise equipment reliability, MTBF, and OEE. Led continuous improvement initiatives within cross-functional project teams.