Production Manager: Lean Operations & Team Leadership

Adb Safegate; Machelen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ADB SAFEGATE in Belgium is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. You will manage a ~50-person operation through Team Leaders and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include leading daily production, coaching teams, implementing Lean initiatives, meeting KPIs and budgets, and collaborating with Supply Chain, Engineering and Quality to optimize performance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 5+ years manufacturing leadership experience.
• Lean Manufacturing proven track record.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems, preferably SAP.
• Fluent English, Dutch and French.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations and deliver against production targets.
• Coach and develop Team Leaders and production teams.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Manage production KPIs, budgets, and resource planning.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Engineering and Quality teams to optimize performance.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

People leadership

ERP/MES SAP

English Dutch French

Problem solving

Change management

Education

Engineering/Manufacturing degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

ADB SAFEGATE in Belgium is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. You will manage a ~50-person operation through Team Leaders and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include leading daily production, coaching teams, implementing Lean initiatives, meeting KPIs and budgets, and collaborating with Supply Chain, Engineering and Quality to optimize performance in a fast-paced environment.