Job Description:
Why join us
Get ready to Own Operations as a Production Manager at Nutreco, an SHV company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this hands-on, people-led role and Own your Plant , Own your People and Own your Performance .
What you’ll do
Helping to support strategy development across production and plant operations, you’ll be responsible for managing all operational activities across multiple shifts, leading and developing your production team, and ensuring quality, safety and efficiency targets are consistently met.
You’ll also:
Coordinate production operations across multiple shifts, maintaining schedules within established procedures and budgets
Develop and monitor key performance indicators including production, quality, variance and safety reports
Collaborate with Supply Chain, Maintenance, Logistics and Customer Services to align activities and ensure output targets are met
Ensure all operations comply fully with HSE and quality rules, regulations and procedures
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimise process efficiency and effectiveness
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone who is responsible, accountable and ready to Own this role. Someone who is confident and credible, with the ability to lead a team of up to 30 people across day and 24/7 shifts, and inspire respect through your actions.
You’ll also need:
Bachelor’s degree with 4–6 years’ experience, or Master’s degree with 2–4 years’ experience in a production or operations environment
Proven experience managing multi-shift production operations
Strong people management skills: selecting, coaching, motivating and developing operational teams
Solid understanding of HSE and quality compliance in a manufacturing setting
Good analytical skills with experience monitoring KPIs and production reporting
Experience working cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Maintenance and Logistics teams
Comfortable working in a structured, process-driven environment with a focus on continuous improvement
What you’ll receive
As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family – a diverse group of companies with a global footprint and the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.
In addition, you’ll receive:
A competitive salary package
Private health insurance
26 vacation days with flexibility
Opportunities for professional growth within Nutreco and the broader SHV group
A flexible work environment with the option to work from home where applicable
Subsidised meals in our office canteen
Reduced working hours on Fridays and over the summer
Regular company and team events
The support to thrive within our inclusive, international culture and dynamic environment
How and why to find out more
We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose – where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career.
We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.
#OwnIt
Our organisation:
Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.
