Production Lead

Do you dream of a career with global impact and visibility in an ambitious and growing company? Are you an experienced and approachable production expert with excellent team management skills? Then you could be our new Production Lead.

Do you have the drive and ambition to help shape a brighter future? 

• Responsible to Manage the Production team

• Drive Production and Maintenance performance to meet the required SC KPIs and defined financial targets

• Assist Plant Manager to identify and drives Supply Chain PAP cost saving initiatives

• Drive change management and Continuous Improvement culture and mindset across Production and Maintenance team

• Responsible to assist Plant Manager with the CAPEX (capital expenditure) and FE (fixed expenses) budgeting

• Responsible to carry out the CAPEX project and ensure the FE expenses are managed well within the budget

• Responsible to develop people capabilities and team competencies at operation by identifying the needed development and training programs

• Ensure Production & Maintenance are safe and it’s 6S is at upmost tour condition all the time

What are we looking for?  

• University degree in chemistry or engineering field

• Minimum 5 years industrial experience, with minimum 3 years in management role

• Knowledge of paint technology will be added advantage

• Knowledge of ISO 9000, 14000 and 18000 is essential

• Knowledge of LEAN/6 SIGMA/any other continuous improvement methodology

• Strong oral/written communication and presentation skill

• Fluency in English

Can you balance ambition with care for your colleagues?  

• You’ll join our Operations - Production team.  

• You’ll enjoy professional development and progression in a growing global company where we inspire and collaborate to build a brighter future together.  

• You’ve been hired for your unique perspective – so speak up and share opportunities for improvement.  

• Build a career that supports responsible practices and contributes to better business performance at the same time.  

Does it sound like a match to you?   
Click the ‘Apply for position’ button in the top-right corner and submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system. 

Application due

2026-06-28

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Job Functions

Production

Industry

Chemicals

At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other. 

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact. 

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work.  We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents,  we can achieve great things, together.