Production Manager | Production Supervisor

Manufacturing / Operations

About the Employer

Job Description

We WANT a dynamic

PRODUCTION MANAGER

to Lead Operational Excellence @ Multilac Paints

Are you a strategic production leader ready to oversee full-scale paint manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement at Sri Lanka’s leading eco-friendly paint producer?

Your Mission:

  • Take ownership of daily factory operations—planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and process control.
  • Drive lean manufacturing initiatives (5S, Kaizen) to boost efficiency and minimize waste.
  • Ensure strict adherence to quality standards (ISO, SLS, eco-friendly compliance).
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the production team to achieve performance targets.
  • Collaborate with R&D and QC to maintain consistent batch quality and introduce new products.
  • Monitor KPIs like yield, downtime, and cost-efficiency; present insights to senior management.

What You Bring:

  • Degree or diploma in Industrial Management, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field.
  • 8+ years in manufacturing, including at least 3 years in paint/coating industry.
  • Sound knowledge of paint production processes, pigments, resins and formulation techniques.
  • Proven track record in lean production, team management, and quality systems.
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and collaboration skills.

AND to make every batch count...We WANT A Hands-On, detail-oriented

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

to manage day-to-day production activities within our state-of-the-art paint facility.

Your Mission:

  • Supervise and coordinate daily production tasks on the manufacturing floor.
  • Ensure production targets and quality standards are met per daily plan.
  • Monitor raw-material usage; minimize waste and manage resource efficiency.
  • Enforce safety protocols and housekeeping in line with regulatory requirements.
  • Assist maintenance teams with troubleshooting and repairs.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of batch records, downtime, and quality checks.
  • Foster a disciplined and team-oriented work environment.
  • Coordinate workflow between QC, warehouse, and production departments.
  • Provide feedback and reports on production progress, issues, and improvements.

What you bring:

  • Diploma or NVQ in Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or related field.
  • 3+ years in supervisory roles in paint or chemical manufacturing.
  • Good knowledge of paint production, mixing techniques, and material handling.
  • Familiarity with ISO procedures and basic maintenance practices.

Why Join Multilac?

  • Be part of Sri Lanka’s most innovative paint manufacturer exporting globally.
  • Work within a sustainable, ISO-certified (ISO 9001:2015, SLS), lead-safe, eco-minded organization.
  • Enjoy a supportive environment focused on innovation, quality, and employee growth.

To Apply:

Send your CV to [email protected] within 14 days.

  • Subject line for Production Manager: “Production Manager – Multilac”
  • Subject line for Production Supervisor: “Production Supervisor – Multilac”

Shape the future of paint manufacturing with Multilac—where precision, quality, and innovation meet.

Assistant Manager - Human Resource
Macksons Paints Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd
No. 78, Diggala Road,
Keselwatta, Panadura.

www.multilac.com | [email protected]