PRODUCTION MANAGER

DERBIGUM BORN TO BE CIRCULAR

Derbigum is a Belgian manufacturer of durable roofing membranes, leaders in our field, with recognized expertise and a commitment to innovation.

Quality, technical service, and circularity are ingrained in our DNA.

We are part of the Kingspan Group, a global leader in insulation solutions.

Imperbel/Derbigum totals 250 employees and 8 international sales offices, with 150 collaborators at our production site in Perwez, Brabant Wallon.

As a pioneer in circular economy in flat roofing waterproofing, we aim to set an example. Our circular strategy relies on a unique process of recycling waterproofing membranes.

The quality and durability of our products are priorities. We take pride in working for a company that offers reliable and high-performing solutions to its customers.

Derbigum significantly contributes to the environment by recycling 35,000 tons of bitumen, saving 17,500 tons of CO2 or 49 million litters of oil.

Discover how we produce and recycle: Toon websitehttps://www.youtube.com/user/derbigumwebmaster

• As a Production Manager, you will oversee all production activities in a 24/7 operation (2 production lines, 3 shifts, with no weekend production—only guard presence).


• Your role will be key in transforming daily management into a data-driven process, leveraging KPIs and the 5S methodology to optimize decision-making and minimize losses.


• You will report directly to the Plant Manager, providing strategic support, and be a member of the Plant management team.


• You will lead a team of 50 employees with 5 direct reports


• You will manage site activities alignment with stakeholders such as HSE, Quality, Maintenance, R&D, Product Management, and Logistics and manage daily interactions between all departments to ensure the highest level of service for customers.


• By consistently emphasizing safety, quality, and sustainability, your main objectives as Production Manager include:


• Translating strategy into processes: helping the company and its employees shift from an experience-based organization to a process-based one.


• Team management. Managing, developing, and ensuring accountability and engagement across the entire production team (50p). Handling delicate situations. Supporting the training and development of production teams - operators and team leaders (SOP, skills matrix, cross-training, leadership development) to increase accountability and involvement of each team member. Organizing weekly one to one’s. Managing workplace safety in production areas through the deployment of 5S standards and ensuring continuous follow-up.


• Aligning production capacity with short, medium, and long-term demand profiles, adjusting production labour accordingly.


• Being part of the guarding team, you will on duty coming to the factory for parameters check 1 weekend every 8 weeks.


• Ensuring that SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) measures and priorities are effectively managed for each team, every day.


• Effectively managing the handover of all team activities by applying rigorous escalation and closure procedures.


• Writing, implementing, and monitoring department SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).


• Identifying improvement opportunities and supporting project execution results.


• Supporting the Plant Manager in union relations.


• Compliance: adhere to the company’s compliance obligations, policies, processes, and procedures. Report compliance concerns, issues, and failures. Participate in training as required.

Welcome at Derbigum in Perwez

• Ideally located between Wavre and Namur, our factory is easily accessible and free from heavy traffic.


• Most of our team members are from the region, and we take pride in fostering a workplace where people thrive and stay for the long term.


• We cultivate a warm, friendly atmosphere, speaking French daily and sharing a passion for sports.


• Regular team events, including barbecues, bowling nights, and dinners, bring us together—plus, we even have a team for the 20 km of Brussels!

Meet Caroline, Our Plant Manager

• Formerly in R&D, Caroline was promoted to Plant Manager in 2021.


• In addition to her leadership role, she has hands-on experience in production management and will oversee the transition period.


• She is energetic, people-focused, and passionate about growth, teamwork, and trust.


• She values innovation and commitment.


• She will expect the Production Manager supports the team while setting clear norms and standards, with monthly one-on-one meetings with her.

Your Future Team & Work Environment

• The Management Team consists of nine managers (mostly engineers), who collaborate in English and meet monthly to drive progress, strengthen teamwork, and align with group objectives.


• Your direct reports are experienced, reliable, and have grown within the company.


• You’ll work closely with them in an open space near the production site and will set up one-to-one’s once a week.

• Master's degree in engineering with proven experience in a similar role in a production sector.


• Proven experience in standardization and process implementation.


• Practical knowledge of 5 S or lean manufacturing, innovation processes.


• Strong practical knowledge in QHSE or health and safety management systems and quality.


• Operationally versatile, with a hands-on approach to task completion and a positive attitude, coupled with genuine leadership skills.


• Excellent ability to translate site strategy into concrete action plans.


• Reliability and consistency in decision-making.


• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to set goals and prioritize workloads for oneself and others.


• Results-oriented with problem-solving skills to track indicators and set goals.


• Listening skills, respect for people.


• Excellent communicator (both written and verbal) with outstanding interpersonal skills in dealing with social partners.


• Proficiency in computer tools and MS Office suite, especially Excel.


• Excellent command of French and English (for communication with management and with the group).

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