Manager, Production

T.D. Williamson; Waals-Brabant; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TDW in Belgium is seeking the head of the Nivelles Manufacturing Plant workshop to lead production, planning & scheduling, maintenance and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on people development and operational excellence. You will drive safety and quality, monitor KPIs, manage WIP and BoMs, and collaborate with procurement and cross‑functional teams.

A Master’s in Engineering with 5–7+ years manufacturing experience is required; Lean/Six Sigma expertise is highly valued; French and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering with 5–7+ years manufacturing experience.
• Process improvement experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S.
• Knowledge of TDW products is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead production, planning & scheduling, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
• Drive safety, quality objectives, and compliance with regulations.
• Monitor KPIs, manage WIP, BoMs, and equipment maintenance.
• Develop people, set objectives, give feedback, and build a high-performing team.
• Collaborate across functions and represent the site in management decisions.

Skills

Leadership & people mgmt

Strategic planning

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Lean

Six Sigma

5S

Job description

At TDW we put people first - that means working everyday to ensure the pipelines that run through our communities are operating safely and reliably. What sets us apart is our expertise, experience and commitment.

Each day we dedicate ourselves to treating each other, our customers and our community with care and respect.

Overview

As the leader of our Nivelles Manufacturing Plant workshop, you will be at the heart of our manufacturing operations. You will lead production, planning & scheduling, maintenance, and continuous improvement activities, with a strong focus on people development and operational excellence. By continuously improving our teams, methods, and processes, you will help ensure safe, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective production and a high level of customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Safety, Health, Environment & Quality

• Ensure that HSE rules and procedures are followed by all employees within the department and that facilities comply with local and governmental safety regulations.
• Drive the achievement of quality objectives in line with the company’s Quality Policy.
• Ensure that corrective actions are implemented promptly when required.

Production & Operational Excellence

• Structure, schedule, and coordinate production activities to ensure safe, high-quality and on-time delivery.
• Regularly assess operational performance to ensure objectives are met and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across the workshop.
• Monitor and communicate key production KPIs, including workload, capacity, delivery performance, and throughput.
• Ensure that routers and Bills of Materials (BoMs) are accurate and up to date.
• Manage Work in Progress (WIP) and oversee production equipment and shop supplies.
• Work closely with Procurement on Make/Buy analyses.

Maintenance, Resources & Investments

• Ensure machinery and production equipment are properly maintained and kept in good working condition.
• Contribute to the development of the department budget and labor forecasts and ensure adherence to the approved budget.
• Identify investment needs and initiate and justify requests for new machinery and equipment.

People Leadership & Development

• Select, manage, motivate, and develop employees to maintain a skilled, engaged, and high-performing workforce.
• Set clear individual objectives and provide fair and constructive feedback.
• Assess performance, development opportunities, training needs, and areas for improvement.
• Support employees in developing their skills and managing their career paths.
• Build a positive team dynamic that encourages collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
• Promote team building and employee development.

Site Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration

• Act as an active member of the Nivelles Management Team, contributing to organizational, coordination, and strategic decisions at site level.
• Foster strong collaboration between departments to ensure an efficient flow of projects throughout the value creation chain.
• Represent Production and communicate operational performance to different stakeholders.
• Participate as a management representative in the Works Council.

Your experience

• Master’s degree in Engineering with 5-7+ years manufacturing or related experience
• Process improvement experience with Lean, Six Sigma, 5S is desired
• Knowledge of TDW products is a strong asset

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Fluent in French
• Comfortable working in English, both written and spoken
• Excellent leadership, team building, and organizational capabilities
• Ability to exercise sound judgment about personnel and business needs
• Resilience to pressure, fast changing environment, adaptability and agility
• Excellent verbal and written communication