Maintenance Shift Supervisor Type: Permanent Location: Sint-Niklaas Distribution Centre and Offices Company: VF Corporation - The Global fashion and apparel organisation VF Corporation is more than the world's largest apparel company. A dynamic global player, VF represents lifestyle brands such as Eastpak, The North Face, Kipling, Vans, Napapijri, Smartwool and Timberland! In Europe, VF has more than 7,000 employees. The Belgian team consists of more than 750 enthusiastic employees who continuously work on the further growth of our company. Let's talk about the role As Maintenance Shift Supervisor, you are responsible for managing a team of technicians, engineers and subcontractors. You will plan the daily maintenance and repair tasks within your shift, taking into account the optimal deployment of material and employees. You'll participate in the maintenance of automated systems and provide support for complex problems in our ASRS (automated storage retrieval system). Together with the Maintenance & Facility Manager, you work on innovation and continuous improvement! Health and Safety is so important to us, so you will really promote safety and environmental awareness among your team and all employees at our site. How you will make a difference Lead maintenance activities, ensuring that preventive and corrective maintenance of both mechanical and electrical equipment and machinery, is carried out Provide technical support and possible follow-up to operators, subcontractors and technicians so that the maintenance plan can be realised As a People Leader, you will support the team and ensure good cooperation between the teams and departments across the site Participate in planned corrective (e.g. overhauls) and preventive work according to the prepared planning & standard agreements, and work on long-term technical improvements Develop your team to improve their long-term performance and career development within VF Ensure that maintenance and spare parts are deployed efficiently with the aim of ensuring plant availability and performance Be responsible for drafting work permits and notifying subcontractors Ensure the administrative follow-up of technical interventions to be carried out, reporting to the Maintenance & Facility Manager. Create work instructions/procedures, maintenance manuals and create management dashboards to report on the performance of your team Skills for Success Previous experience in a maintenance department, working with large-scale machinery, or technical equipment will be highly beneficial A working knowledge of electromechanics and frequency controls will be a great base to start this role from A sound understanding of equipment and systems such as PCS7, Tia Portal, Siemens S7, S7 graphs, allowing you to diagnose and make minor adjustments to Siemens S7 PLC programs would be amazing A degree in a related field like electromechanics or automation could be advantageous, but certainly not essential Confident communication skills, able to build relationships with others and work in a supportive team environment A pragmatic approach, able to find solutions and solve problems Supportive of your team and colleagues or maybe looking to develop your management and leadership skills further Great IT and analytical skills The ability to work safely and have no problem working at heights (Max. /-25 meters). The ability to work in shifts (Mon-Do: 6h-14h / 14h-22h; Fri: 6h-13h / 13h-20h), is key for this role Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity As a goal-oriented, performance-driven company, we strive to create a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our employees so they can be their true selves at work every day. What's in it for you We are committed to unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. Therefore, we offer comprehensive benefits that promote the mental, physical and financial well-being of all VF employees. When it comes to benefits, we are the total package: A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization Meal and eco-cheques, break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks Pension plan Health cover Bike leasing opportunity to help with travel Free secure onsite parking and transportation allowances for travel to work 50% discount on all VF brands? As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike. If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would love to hear from you! We have just one question Are you in??? Important note Please be advised that a valid work permit for Belgium is required for Non-EU citizens. Unfortunately, applications without a valid work permit may not be considered. R-20230802-0029 VF Diversity Vision Statement VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world.VF is an equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.