Key Skills

Job Description

Job Requirements Experience in a production, manufacturing, assembly, woodworking, logistics, retail, or other operational environment. Some form of leadership, team coordination, or responsibility for planning and people, either through work experience, internships, or part-time jobs. Affinity with manufacturing and an interest in how products are made. Understanding of quality, safety, planning, and operational performance. Good communication skills in Dutch and English. Experience with ERP systems or planning tools is an advantage. Eagerness to develop further as a people leader within a manufacturing environment. Soft Skills You enjoy working with people and know how to create structure within a team. You communicate clearly and adapt your approach to different personalities and situations. You take ownership and follow through on commitments. You remain calm and organized when priorities shift. You are comfortable making decisions and addressing issues when needed. You actively look for opportunities to improve processes and ways of working. You collaborate easily across departments and focus on shared results. Job Description As our Flight Case department continues to grow, we are looking for a Production Supervisor who can help guide the team through the next phase of development. This role combines people leadership, daily production coordination, and continuous improvement. We are open to different backgrounds. You may already have experience as a Team Leader or Supervisor, but we are equally interested in candidates who have demonstrated leadership potential in another environment and are ready for their next step. The Flight Case department is responsible for producing custom transport and protection solutions for high-value and high-tech equipment used by customers worldwide. The quality of our products depends on craftsmanship, teamwork, and a well-organized production process. As Production Supervisor, you will lead the daily operation of the department and support a team of skilled colleagues who work with wood, hardware, foam, and assembly components to build custom flight cases. You ensure that work is planned effectively, priorities are clear, and projects are delivered on time and according to quality standards. A large part of your day is spent on the shop floor. You work closely with production employees, team leaders, planners, and other departments to ensure that production runs smoothly. When bottlenecks arise, you help find practical solutions and keep the team focused on shared objectives. You will also contribute to improving the way the department operates. That can mean improving workflows, strengthening communication, creating more structure, or identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and quality. We are not looking for someone who already has all the answers. We are looking for someone who is eager to learn, willing to take responsibility, and motivated to help people and processes perform better every day. Success in this role means a team that works safely, delivers quality products on time, and continues to develop through strong leadership, clear expectations, and continuous improvement. Your Responsibilities Lead and support the daily activities of the Flight Case production team. Create clear production priorities and ensure work is completed according to planning and quality standards. Coach and guide employees in their day-to-day work, development, and performance. Monitor safety, quality, delivery performance, and productivity within the department. Identify operational bottlenecks and coordinate practical solutions with the team and other departments. Contribute to process improvements, workplace organization, and standardization initiatives. Work closely with Planning, Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations to ensure projects are delivered successfully. Your team You will join a department where craftsmanship is still highly valued. The team consists of colleagues with experience in woodworking, assembly, finishing, and custom production. Many of them have developed strong practical knowledge over the years and take pride in delivering products that protect valuable equipment for customers across the world. The atmosphere is informal, straightforward, and hands-on. People appreciate a supervisor who is approachable, visible on the shop floor, and willing to help when needed. At the same time, they expect clear priorities, consistency, and support in achieving their goals. You will work closely with colleagues from Planning, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Operations. The team is looking for someone who can bring structure, connect people, and help the department continue to grow. Whether your leadership experience comes from manufacturing, logistics, retail, hospitality, project work, or team coordination, we are primarily interested in your potential. If you enjoy working with people, like being close to the operation, and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would be happy to tell you more about the role and the team. Your benefits Working at HQ Pack means being part of a strongly growing worldwide operating organization called HQ Group. Despite its strong international character and over 800 colleagues in the Netherlands, the organization is characterized by its informal character and short communication lines. Within our organization, you will get the opportunity to further develop yourself both personally and professionally. We attach great value to a collegial and pleasant working atmosphere. Naturally, we will provide you with the resources you need to perform this job well. We have our own employment conditions package and offer, collective pension, Bicycle plan, travel allowance and the possibility for 5 extra days off. We create to protect

Core Responsibilities

Lead and support the Flight Case production team, setting priorities and ensuring work meets planning, quality, safety, and delivery expectations. Coach employees, resolve operational bottlenecks, and collaborate across departments to improve workflows and production performance.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience in a production or other operational environment, some leadership or team coordination experience, and an interest in manufacturing. Strong communication, organization, ownership, and problem-solving skills are expected; Dutch and English proficiency is required, while ERP or planning-tool experience is an advantage.

Benefits

• Collective Pension
• Bicycle Plan
• Travel Allowance
• Option for Five Extra Days Off
• Personal and Professional Development Opportunities