Production Leader: Drive Operations & Quality — Path to Site Manager

Cartonplast Group; Spijk; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Onboarding support

Training opportunities

Career path to Site Manager

International role

Competitive salary

Job summary

Cartonplast Group in Spijk, NL, is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to take ownership of daily operations, lead by example, and drive operational excellence at the site.

You will ensure safety and quality, oversee maintenance, manage capacity and resources, train staff, and lead local projects, with occasional international meetings and visits from customers. This role offers an attractive salary and a clear path to Site Manager.

Qualifications

• Fluent Dutch and good English required.
• Hands-on mentality with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
• Technical qualification and experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or production environments.
• Initial leadership experience is an advantage.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
• Team player with willingness to take responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize daily production operations.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 22000, and ISO 14001 standards.
• Oversee machine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Manage production capacity, resources, and workflows efficiently.
• Train and support production employees.
• Drive continuous improvement, safety, and productivity initiatives.
• Lead local projects from planning to successful implementation.
• Represent the site during customer visits and attend occasional international meetings.

Skills

Fluent Dutch

Good English

Hands-on mentality

Proactive problem solving

Leadership experience

Health and safety mindset

Team player

Education

Technical qualification in manufacturing/production

Job description

Cartonplast Group in Spijk, NL, is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to take ownership of daily operations, lead by example, and drive operational excellence at the site.

You will ensure safety and quality, oversee maintenance, manage capacity and resources, train staff, and lead local projects, with occasional international meetings and visits from customers. This role offers an attractive salary and a clear path to Site Manager.