Production manager

Function

As Production Manager, you are responsible for organising, planning and directing production. You ensure that façade constructions are produced efficiently, to a high quality and according to schedule. You monitor the day-to-day operations of production and the machine park and ensure that people, machines and materials are deployed optimally.

You are a true people manager who supports, directs and motivates the three foremen and their teams. You are close to the shop floor, have an eye for what is happening within the team and know how to bring employees along in changes and improvements.

At the same time, you have a strong technical interest. You think along on machine programming, technical issues and new developments within production. You are given the space to take initiative, make processes more efficient and, together with your colleagues, further professionalise the production organisation.

You work closely with the technical manager, work preparation, project management, planning, purchasing, warehouse and other relevant departments. In doing so, you form an important link between the planning of the sites and the day-to-day execution in production.

1. Production planning and organisation

• You translate the overarching project and site planning into a detailed production schedule.
• You determine which tasks are carried out when and distribute tasks and priorities.
• You monitor capacity, lead times, deadlines and the progress of various projects.
• You adjust the planning when priorities change or unexpected situations arise.
• You ensure that production has the necessary materials, information and resources available in a timely manner.
• You monitor the continuity of the production process and look for ways to make optimal use of the available capacity.

2. Leadership and team development

• You lead a production team of approximately 14 employees, including three foremen who each guide their own team.
• You support the foremen in their day-to-day operations and ensure clear agreements and responsibilities.
• You distribute the workload and monitor progress on the shop floor.
• You coach, motivate and support employees and encourage their further development.
• You maintain close contact with the foremen and are regularly present on the shop floor.
• You encourage open communication and good collaboration within the team.
• You think along at management level and actively contribute to the further development of the production organisation.

3. Technology and machine programming

• You are an important technical point of contact within production.
• You work closely with the work preparation team, which is responsible for drawing up technical drawings and production files.
• You monitor how technical drawings are automatically sent through to the production machines.
• You are involved in machine programming on a daily basis and carry out technical operations or adjustments yourself where necessary.
• You work with the machine programme Unilink or are willing to develop your knowledge of it further.
• You think along about technical questions and look for practical solutions for complex operations.
• You regularly align with the technical manager, who forms the link between the building sites and production.

4. Machinery and maintenance

• You monitor the proper functioning and availability of a machinery fleet of approximately 20 machines, including sawing and processing machines.
• You share responsibility for the maintenance and continuity of the machinery.
• You work together with the colleague responsible for maintenance within the facility and ensure that relevant reports and points of attention are addressed correctly.
• You flag technical issues and follow up on the necessary actions.
• You think along about investments in new machines and participate in consultations regarding new purchases.
• Together with colleagues and suppliers, you look for solutions to improve the reliability and efficiency of the machinery.

5. Quality and production efficiency

• You monitor the quality, accuracy and efficiency of production.
• You follow up on production issues and take corrective measures in a timely manner.
• You minimise errors, rework and production loss.
• You have an eye for order, cleanliness, safety and a well-organised shop floor.
• You analyse existing working methods and actively look for opportunities to improve processes.
• You think along about the development and production of new applications and profiles.
• You test new materials and technical solutions and assess whether these can be processed in an efficient manner.
• You consult with suppliers about technical possibilities, customised tooling and new production methods.
• You investigate which adjustments are required when new materials or profiles demand specific operations.
• You contribute to the implementation of new machines, automation and improved working methods.

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Profile

• You have a solid technical foundation and insight into production processes.
• Experience in aluminium joinery, metal construction or a similar technical production environment is an advantage.
• You can read and interpret technical drawings and production files.
• You have an interest in machine programming, automation and modern production techniques. Experience with Unilink or similar software is a welcome bonus.
• You can draw up, monitor and adjust a production schedule, and know how to deploy people, machines and materials efficiently.
• You maintain an overview of multiple projects and priorities, and know how to turn bottlenecks into practical solutions in a timely manner.
• You have experience in directing, guiding or coordinating employees in a production environment.
• You are a people-oriented people manager who supports foremen, motivates employees and sets clear expectations.
• You combine organisational insight with a hands-on mentality and are willing to roll up your sleeves yourself when necessary.
• You are technically curious and enjoy thinking along about new machines, materials, applications and production techniques.
• You have an eye for quality, efficiency, order and cleanliness, and actively look for opportunities to improve working methods and production processes.
• You are a problem-solver, take initiative and are willing to take on responsibility and make decisions.
• You communicate fluently and enjoy working together with different departments and colleagues.
• You can translate operational challenges into concrete long-term improvements and enjoy thinking at management level.
• You have a practical mindset, a sense of responsibility and the flexibility to switch quickly between the shop floor, planning and technical challenges.
• Your level of education is not decisive: your technical background, experience, motivation and willingness to put your shoulder to the wheel alongside the team in production are at least equally important.

Organisation

The company specialises in bespoke construction and metalwork for various sectors. From design and preparation to production and assembly, it guarantees high-quality and precise craftsmanship. With an eye for detail, technical expertise and a practical approach, the company realises durable solutions that meet the client's requirements. Quality, safety and professional collaboration are central to this.

Offer

• A responsible and varied role combining technology, planning and people management.
• An important role in the day-to-day operations and the further development of production.
• Responsibility for an extensive machinery park and an experienced production team.
• Room to take initiative, improve processes and help shape technical innovations.
• A professional and collegial working environment where technical expertise and craftsmanship are central.
• An attractive gross monthly salary, tailored to your experience and technical knowledge, with an indicative range of €4,000 to €5,500.
• Depending on your profile, salary is negotiable.
• A laptop and mobile phone with subscription.
• Possibility of bicycle leasing.
• Possibility of a cash-for-car arrangement.
• A working schedule of 40 hours per week, with 12 days off in lieu.
• Day hours, generally from 7.30 am to 4.00 pm.
• Collective closure during the construction holiday.