Head of Manufacturing Ops & Continuous Improvement

Tiense Suikerraffinaderij; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiense Suikerraffinaderij is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Merksem plant’s production operations and drive continuous improvement. You will report to the Plant Manager, guide team leaders and operators, and coordinate production planning and supply chain activities.

You will also act as project lead for investments and champion safety, food safety, quality, and operational excellence in a collaborative, hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Master degree in Engineering or equivalent through experience.
• 5–10 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Proven experience leading teams and coaching.
• Strong knowledge of safety and food safety standards.
• Collaborative team player with hands-on mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day production operations of the plant.
• Lead, coach and develop team leaders and operators.
• Coordinate and optimize production planning and supply chain activities.
• Act as project leader for investment and capital projects.
• Promote safety, food safety, quality and operational excellence.

Skills

Operations management

Team leadership

Production planning

Continuous improvement

Safety compliance

Education

Master degree in Engineering

Job description

Tiense Suikerraffinaderij is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Merksem plant’s production operations and drive continuous improvement. You will report to the Plant Manager, guide team leaders and operators, and coordinate production planning and supply chain activities.

You will also act as project lead for investments and champion safety, food safety, quality, and operational excellence in a collaborative, hands-on environment.