We are seeking a proactive and organized Production Supervisor to oversee the flexible packaging operations in our new facility in Leiria, Portugal. This person will manage a small team of operators, ensure adherence to production plans, and maintain quality and efficiency across the assembly process.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supervise day-to-day sealing and assembly operations.
* Support and coach operators on quality standards and safe machine use.
* Monitor output, efficiency, and quality, addressing any deviations.
* Manage material flow, batch documentation, and basic inventory tracking.
* Ensure compliance with company standards, safety protocols, and cleanliness.
* Collaborate with NL team to ensure that processes are consistent with the team there.
Required Skills & Experience:
* 1–3 years of experience in production, packaging, or assembly supervision.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Experience with and understanding of manual or semi-automated sealing processes.
* Ability to communicate effectively in English (to communicate with NL team) and Portuguese (to communicate with PT team).
* Proven track record of quality control and meeting production deadlines.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
* Background in flexible packaging, co-packing, or light manufacturing.
* Experience working in start-up or growing production environments.
* Basic understanding of machine maintenance and process improvement.
Personality Fit:
* Hands-on leader who leads by example.
* Calm under pressure and solution-oriented.
* Takes ownership of both team performance and quality outcomes.
Job Type: Full-time