Production Manager (m/w/d)
Key Skills
Job Description
As a leading provider of reusable plastic layer pads in the Benelux region, Cartonplast has over 30 years of experience delivering environmentally friendly pooling solutions for the beverage, food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries.
We are looking for a hands-on Production Manager who takes ownership, leads by example, and drives operational excellence at our production site in Spijk.
Tasks
- 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
Requirements
- Fluent Dutch and good English skills
- Strong 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 a willingness to take responsibility
- Valid driving licence required
- Career changers with the right attitude are welcome
Benefits
- A varied and international role in a growing company
- Attractive salary package with performance-related bonus
- Comprehensive onboarding and support from experienced colleagues
- Individual training and development opportunities
- Clear career path with the potential to progress to Site Manager
Ready to make an impact?
We look forward to receiving your application, including your salary expectations and earliest possible start date.
Core Responsibilities
The Production Manager will lead and optimize daily operations at the Spijk site while ensuring compliance with international quality and safety standards. They are responsible for managing production resources, overseeing machine maintenance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a technical qualification and experience in manufacturing or production environments, along with strong leadership potential. Fluency in Dutch and English is required, as well as a proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
Benefits
- Attractive salary package
- Performance-related bonus
- Comprehensive onboarding
- Individual training and development opportunities
- Clear career path
About Cartonplast Group GmbH
Industry: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
Company size: 501-1,000 employees
🌍 WELCOME TO CARTONPLAST At Cartonplast Group, we provide reusable transport packaging solutions for the Food & Beverage industry. Our pooling network helps ensure the efficient availability of layer pads, pallets, and trays where they are needed. ✅ More than 300 million reusable transport packaging assets ✅ Global pooling and service network with international coverage ✅ Reusable solutions designed to support operational efficiency and circular logistics processes At Cartonplast, we help customers manage reusable transport packaging through a network designed to support reliable and efficient supply chain operations.