Production Manager Extrusion (Türkiye)

Wavin; Seyhan; On-site; TRY 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Wavin is seeking an experienced production leader to manage PVC and PPR extrusion lines. You will drive safety, quality and efficiency while coordinating with maintenance, supply chain and quality teams to meet targets.

The role requires strong technical extrusion knowledge, ERP experience and fluent English. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 10 years in plastic pipe extrusion management and will lead shift-based teams in a dynamic production environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field).
• 10+ years of experience in plastic pipe extrusion management (PVC & PPR).
• Strong technical expertise in extrusion processes and equipment.
• Advanced level of English (spoken and written).
• Experience with ERP systems and production tracking tools.
• Strong knowledge of production KPIs and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee PVC and PPR pipe extrusion lines to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production.
• Lead production performance, quality results, and team management aligned with company targets.
• Ensure process stability and drive continuous improvement initiatives (CI, Kaizen, 5S).
• Monitor and manage key production KPIs such as OEE, scrap rate, overweight, downtime, and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process and quality issues and ensure sustainable solutions.
• Coordinate closely with Maintenance, Supply Chain, Quality, and other departments.
• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of machinery in line with technical standards.
• Lead new product setups, including stabilization processes.
• Manage workforce planning and lead shift-based production teams effectively.
• Promote and enforce HSE and quality standards on the shop floor.
• Control and optimize energy usage and production efficiency.
• Ensure accurate and effective use of ERP and production monitoring systems.
• Prepare and present clear, concise, and data-driven reports to senior management.
• Take decisive action, including stopping production if required, to ensure safety and quality compliance.

Skills

Extrusion processes

PVC & PPR extrusion

Production management

English (Advanced)

ERP systems

Continuous Improvement (CI)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Wavin Orbia Building & Infrastructure Business:

What if your work could improve how water moves, how cities adapt, and how buildings perform every day? At Wavin, Orbia’s Building & Infrastructure business, this is what we do. Count on a warm welcome, where purpose comes to life. Here, we take responsibility for each other and our company, stay brave in pursuing innovation, and embrace diversity in perspectives, skills and talents. We encourage our employees to develop their talents and become the best version of themselves. Working as a strong team, we grow and advance life around the world. You will join an international, professional team and benefit from a competitive compensation package.

Wavin, Orbia’s Building & Infrastructure business, is an innovative solutions provider for the global building and infrastructure industry. Backed by more than 70 years of product development experience, we advance life around the world by ensuring safe and efficient water supply, sanitation and hygiene, climate-resilient cities, and better building performance. Wavin has over 10,000 employees across more than 40 production sites worldwide, serving customers in over 80 countries through a global sales and distribution network. Our key commercial brands are Wavin, Amanco Wavin, Pavco Wavin, and Plastigama Wavin.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee PVC and PPR pipe extrusion lines to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production


• Lead production performance, quality results, and team management aligned with company targets


• Ensure process stability and drive continuous improvement initiatives (CI, Kaizen, 5S)


• Monitor and manage key production KPIs such as OEE, scrap rate, overweight, downtime, and implement corrective actions


• Conduct root cause analysis for process and quality issues and ensure sustainable solutions


• Coordinate closely with Maintenance, Supply Chain, Quality, and other departments


• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of machinery in line with technical standards


• Lead new product, set-up, including stabilization processes


• Manage workforce planning and lead shift-based production teams effectively


• Promote and enforce HSE (Health, Safety, Environment) and quality standards on the shop floor


• Control and optimize energy usage and production efficiency


• Ensure accurate and effective use of ERP and production monitoring systems


• Prepare and present clear, concise, and data-driven reports to senior management


• Take decisive action, including stopping production if required, to ensure safety and quality compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field)


• Minimum 10 years of experience in plastic pipe extrusion management (PVC & PPR required)


• Strong technical expertise in extrusion processes and equipment


• Advanced level of English (spoken and written)


• Experience with ERP systems and production tracking tools


• Strong knowledge of production KPIs and performance management

Our Offer

You will join an international and professional team where purpose, responsibility and collaboration are at the center of how we work.

We offer the opportunity to lead a key production area, drive improvements and contribute to safer, more efficient and more sustainable building and infrastructure solutions.

You will benefit from a competitive compensation package and opportunities to develop your talents and grow with Wavin.

Wavin, Orbia’s Building & Infrastructure business is committed to inclusive hiring. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, background, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic.