Production Manager

Description Overview

Medgenix Benelux nv is a Belgian company, part of the global Perrigo Group, and operates in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and cosmetics industry. 
The site is located in Wevelgem and employs 140 people in the production of mainly pharmaceutical and cosmetic products in liquid and semi-solid forms (such as creams, ointments, syrups, shampoos, lotions, and liquid soaps).

Medgenix is looking for a Production Manager to oversee the operational activities at the production site. 
The Production Manager is responsible for coordinating all activities within the production, filling, and packaging departments.

Scope of the Role

• You are the ultimate responsible party for the smooth execution of all production activities and processes, ensuring that operational objectives are met.
• You translate customer requests into an optimal production plan, aligning with priorities and agreed-upon deadlines. This involves continuous coordination with the supply chain & logistics and quality departments.
• You oversee the day-to-day organization of production activities within the bulk production, filling, and packaging departments to achieve planned volumes, in line with set deadlines and quality standards. Working with planning & production officers, you determine priorities and necessary resources to meet these goals.
• You lead and coach the team of supervisors (working in three shifts) in their leadership responsibilities, supporting their personal development through training and education.
• You analyze and determine production flows for optimal capacity planning, focusing on line efficiency and process optimization. Together with the site management team, you aim for continuous improvement and optimization of all production and logistics processes.
• You contribute to strategic thinking at a long-term level, with a focus on future site growth and innovation. Together with the Engineering Manager, you determine future developments in technology and advanced automation.
• You are responsible for the budget and cost management of the bulk production, filling & packaging, and production support departments.
• Alongside the EHS Manager, you are responsible for creating a quality-conscious work environment and ensuring compliance with safety, hygiene, and ecological procedures.
• You ensure consistent application of GMP rules and SOPs and monitor CAPAs diligently. Based on periodic data analysis, you formulate initiatives to continuously optimize quality.
• You report to the Site Director and play an active role within the site management team.
   

Experience Required

• Ideally you will hold a degree however this is not essential as experience in a similar role is the key priority for us
• A GMP-regulated environment is familiar to you.
• You have at least 4 years of experience in a leadership role and possess a natural ability to inspire teams and elevate employees.
• You have strong interpersonal skills and create an open, collaborative culture to achieve results as a team.
• You excel in problem-solving and process-oriented thinking with pragmatism, maintaining a positive critical eye for innovation.
• You prioritize quality, accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• You can communicate fluently in Dutch and English. Knowledge of French is a plus.