Plant Supervisor – Production Operations Lead

About the role

Ulbrich Europe Metals is seeking a Plant Supervisor to lead production operations at its Remscheid facility (relocating to Hückeswagen in 2026). The role focuses on safety, quality, efficiency and continuous improvement within a high‑performance metal service centre.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage all operational activities at the production plant.
• Develop, mentor and coach employees to achieve performance targets.
• Ensure quality, productivity and on‑time delivery goals are met.
• Drive continuous‑improvement and operational‑excellence initiatives.
• Maintain workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with executive management and international corporate functions.
• Facilitate purchasing of non‑steel products, packaging supplies and support equipment.
• Supervise staff performing machining, material processing, slitting, packaging and edging operations.
• Request equipment repairs, new tooling and control department expenditures.
• Participate in defining new equipment specifications and work with maintenance service providers to resolve equipment issues.

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