Production Manager Production · Ciner Glass Lommel

As a Production Manager at Ciner Glass, you will have the unique opportunity to help build a state-of-the-art glass manufacturing facility from the ground up.

In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for the entire Feeder and Individual Section (IS) Department
, the beating heart of our container glass production process, where molten glass is transformed into high-quality glass packaging.

You will report directly to the Production Director and lead a department consisting of Team Leaders, Production Engineers, Shift Leaders, and Operators.

You combine in-depth technical expertise in glass forming processes with strong leadership skills and a hands‑on approach. In a dynamic start‑up environment, you will play a critical role in building a high‑performing organization, stabilizing production processes, and achieving world‑class performance in safety, quality, efficiency, and reliability.

• Lead all activities within the IS Department and take ownership of daily production performance.
• Ensure the safe, stable, and efficient operation of the IS machines.
• Monitor productivity, machine efficiency (OEE), quality performance, and scrap rates.
• Analyze production results and implement corrective actions to continuously improve performance.
• Collaborate closely with Batch & Furnace, Mould Shop, Maintenance, Quality, and Cold End departments to ensure an optimal production flow.
• Take responsibility for the start‑up, stabilization, and continuous optimization of new products and production lines.
• Translate company objectives into operational actions on the production floor.

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement throughout the production department.
• Analyze process parameters, defects, and production data to implement sustainable improvements.
• Lead root cause analyses for quality and production‑related issues.
• Identify and implement optimizations related to machine performance, yield, and product quality.
• Actively contribute to capital investment projects, technological innovations, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support standardization efforts and best‑practice sharing across the department.

• Directly lead and develop Team Leaders and Production Engineers, while indirectly leading and developing Shift Leaders and Operators.
• Build and foster a strong performance and safety culture throughout the organization.
• Coach leaders and employees in their professional growth and development.
• Take ownership of performance management, talent development, and succession planning within the department.
• Create an environment where accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement are central values.

• Ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental performance.
• Actively promote a strong safety and quality culture.
• Take responsibility for achieving quality targets and reducing internal defects and production losses.
• Participate actively in audits, inspections, and continuous improvement programs.

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent through experience.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of experience within the container glass industry.
• Proven experience with IS machines, glass forming processes, and hot‑end production.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of OEE, Lean Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Experience in process optimization, quality improvement, and defect reduction.
• Strong people manager with a coaching leadership style.
• Hands‑on mentality combined with excellent analytical skills.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.
• Experience in a start‑up or greenfield environment is considered a strong advantage.

At Ciner Glass Belgium, you will have the opportunity to help build a state‑of‑the‑art production site from the ground up. You will take on a role that you help shape yourself, in an environment where pride, craftsmanship and technology come together.

This is not just a job. This is a career full of bottle happiness:

• Competitive salary package.
• Company car.
• 42 vacation days, including public holidays.
• Health insurance.
• Group insurance.
• Meal vouchers.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development through training and education.
• Additional benefits that grow along with your career.

Will you be our new 'flessenier'?