Production manager (Textile manufacturing)

Since 1853, Devold has protected people against the harshest elements on earth. Now, we are looking for a Production Manager who has the drive and expertise to lead our manufacturing operations in Lithuania into the future.

Our factory in Lithuania is the heart of the "Sheep to Shop" value chain. As a key member of our team, you won’t just manage a floor; you will safeguard a 170-year-old legacy of craftsmanship while driving technical innovation.

The Production Manager oversees and supports all production activities, ensuring that products are made efficiently, on time, and to the required quality standards. The role acts as a key link between departments internally, as well as externally towards Devold of Norway (DoN) and Devold Retail (DR) regarding delivery times, capacity, and coordination. The Production Manager is responsible for optimizing workflows, coordinating people, materials, and equipment, and driving continuous improvement across the production. This position is central to ensuring smooth production flow, efficient resource utilization, and a strong link between daily operations and long-term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead & organize operations: Oversee and organize daily production across knitting, sewing, and finishing to ensure timely, high-quality output.
  
• Strategic coordination: Work closely with the Norwegian organization on capacity planning, delivery times, and forecasting.
  
• Continuous improvement: Drive a culture of LEAN and process optimization to eliminate bottlenecks and minimize waste.
  
• Stakeholder management: Coordinate with external partners and satellite factories to secure a stable production flow.
  
• Budget & strategy: Represent production in strategic discussions regarding investments, cost efficiency, and cost-benefit analysis.
  
• Culture & safety: Promote a culture of workplace safety, quality, and teamwork throughout the production organization.

From 4000 €/mon. net