Production Manager

What you do

Operational excellence

• Translate plant objectives into clear daily priorities
• Improve OEE & output through structured analysis of downtime and recurring stops
• Drive efficiency and cost awareness (including cost per pick)
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with HSE regulations
• Strengthen performance follow-up via KPIs and visual management

Team coaching & leadership

• Direct leadership of the day shift (10 FTE’s) , including maintenance, cleaning and warehouse functions
• Coach shiftleaders in ownership, structure and problem solving
• Support operator development and training
• Create clarity in roles, expectations and accountability
• Build a performance culture based on facts and follow-up

Process & structure improvement

• Improve production planning flow in collaboration with supply chain team
• Strengthen coordination between production, maintenance and quality
• Standardise working methods and reduce variability
• Implement lean tools and continuous improvement initiatives
• Turn operational data into structured improvement actions

Cross-functional collaboration

• Work closely with Quality on root cause analysis
• Align with maintenance on preventive actions
• Contribute to improving inbound/outbound production processes

This role offers broad exposure to operational management and plant-level performance topics. You will gradually take ownership of larger performance domains and strategic improvement initiatives.

Who you are

• You are a structured operations professional with strong coaching skills and clear growth potential.
• You hold a master’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Sciences or an equivalent field.
• You bring 5 to 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with textile experience as an added advantage.
• You have proven experience in leading teams within a production setting.
• You demonstrate a strong analytical mindset with a natural affinity for KPIs and cost structures.
• You work in a hands-on, structured and decisive manner.
• You communicate fluently in French, have a strong professional command of English, and knowledge of Dutch is a plus.
• You combine operational realism with the ability to elevate both people and processes.
• You focus on improving systems rather than merely solving symptoms.

What to expect from us

• A full-time position in a financially stable, growing family business with international reach.
• A key role with visible impact on daily operations.
• A more than attractive salary package with fringe benefits such as meal vouchers, 13th month, group insurance, the possibility of a hospitalization insurance, the possibility of bicycle lease and flexible remuneration, ...
• Working in an innovative company that continuously invests in new products, installations, and most importantly: people!
• Flexible working hours to ensure a good work-life balance, freely scheduled leave, and the possibility to work from home after thorough on-the-job training.
• A stimulating work environment that encourages personal initiative.
• The opportunity for continuous development and growth through both internal and external training.
• Fun company events.
• Last but not least: fantastic passio(e)nate colleagues who go for it every day!