Head of Production & Maintenance

Solina; Eupen; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Solina Belgium in Eupen is seeking an experienced Operational Manager to lead Production and Maintenance and drive site performance. You will report to the Site Manager and ensure safe, efficient operations aligned with quality standards while developing teams and processes.

You will coach managers, monitor performance, implement improvement initiatives, and promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence across the site.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Management or related field.
• Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong people management and coaching skills.
• Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing, TPM and CI methodologies.
• Fluent in French and English; Dutch/German is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with a pragmatic, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead Production and Maintenance and own day-to-day site performance.
• Ensure safe, efficient operations aligned with quality standards.
• Coach managers and teams; monitor performance and drive improvements.
• Promote continuous improvement, collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Contribute to resource planning, cost optimization and investment projects.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and food safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Analytical skills

Cost optimization

Safety culture

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

TPM tools

Job description

Solina Belgium in Eupen is seeking an experienced Operational Manager to lead Production and Maintenance and drive site performance. You will report to the Site Manager and ensure safe, efficient operations aligned with quality standards while developing teams and processes.

You will coach managers, monitor performance, implement improvement initiatives, and promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence across the site.