Quality & Process Improvement Manager

UTEXBEL is a leading European textile manufacturer with a long-standing tradition and deep-rooted expertise in technical textiles. The company is further strengthening its activities in West Belgium and internationally.

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

ITZU Executive Search has been mandated to recruit a Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager who combines strategic insight with strong operational drive. This role is essential in supporting Utexbel's continued development and reinforcing its strong position within technical textiles for protective apparel, workwear, and specialised industrial applications.

Utexbel is recognised for its high-quality technical textile solutions and integrated production approach, with a strong focus on quality, traceability, and compliance with international standards.

Job Description

Utexbel is seeking a Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager who will act as the guardian of its quality promise while driving continuous improvement across its production activities.

In this hands-on and strategic role, you will oversee product excellence across spinning, weaving, dyeing, and finishing activities, working closely with production operators, R&D teams, laboratories, and subcontractors.

You will translate insights into concrete actions, ensuring fabrics meet European standards and the high expectations of clients, including major public institutions and protective services.

You will also coach and inspire teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent product quality across all production stages and sites.
• Lead audits, certifications (ISO 9001, Oeko-Tex, BlueSign), and compliance initiatives.
• Analyse cross-site quality data, identify improvement opportunities, and implement pragmatic solutions.
• Act as a bridge between production, R&D, laboratories, and subcontractors.
• Coach and support shop-floor teams to embed a quality-first mindset.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives rooted in operational realities.

This position combines strategic oversight with operational involvement. Reporting lines are clear, and Utexbel's senior management values transparency, practicality, and measurable impact.

Candidate Profile

• Strong technical background in textiles with industrial or hands-on experience.
• Proven experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment.
• Analytical, pragmatic, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communicator, able to collaborate effectively with both production teams and senior management.
• Comfortable in French OR Dutch; English is an asset.

Compensation and Benefits

The selected candidate will play a key role in maintaining Utexbel's leading position in technical textiles for protective and work clothing, while supporting its growth ambitions.

• Have a direct impact on the quality and reliability of products that protect people daily.
• Benefit from autonomy and responsibility within a trust-based environment. xlxgzvr
• Grow alongside a company expanding its production capacity by 50% in the coming years.

For further information or to apply, please contact Charline Pedoux at or Silke Vanden Bossche at