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LIXIL

Global housing solutions and fixtures provider

Production Supervisor 1

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/15/2026Deadline 9/29/27
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La Magdalena Tlaltelulco, Tlaxcala, Mexico
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Manufacturing & Production Operations

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Requirements
  • Organize human and material resources to meet the assigned production schedule.
  • Ensure that tools and equipment are in optimal operating condition.
  • Ensure operating personnel understand and follow the control plan to guarantee product conformity.
  • Ensure documented procedures and work instructions in the Quality Management and Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System are followed and available in the work area.
  • Ensure nonconforming products are handled according to the established procedure.
  • Prepare daily reports detailing causes of rejected and nonconforming products, and reports of generated waste, and submit them to the Production Coordinator.
  • Review daily raw and fired waste attributable to the assigned area.
  • Decide on containment actions when a cause affects operational stability and immediately inform the Production Coordinator.
  • Inform operators about Engineering changes and follow procedures and work instructions provided by Process Engineering.
  • Propose corrective, preventive, and/or containment actions to ensure product conformity.
  • Review that records required by the Quality and Safety Management System are maintained.
  • Conduct process inventory during the assigned shift.
  • Supervise and advise SMART TEAM teams.
  • Ensure personnel under their supervision are competent in education, ability, and knowledge for their assigned operation, and verify that they are certified.
  • Ensure personnel under their supervision complete their assigned training program.
  • Ensure equipment receives preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain operational continuity.
  • Administer operating personnel incidents and overtime and submit them to Human Resources.
  • Accept and promote the Environmental Management System; actively support and participate in compliance with its policy and processes.
  • Identify and ensure compliance with, and follow up on, operational controls and environmental aspect risks and opportunities.
  • Manage change processes for the Environmental Management System and promote compliance with operational controls, risks, and opportunities.
  • Have one year of experience in supervisory positions.
  • Have training in personnel administration, ISO 9001 quality systems, process sheets, OHSAS 18001 safety systems, 5S, conflict resolution, decision-making, leadership tools, and basic quality tools.
  • Have basic statistical process control knowledge.
  • Demonstrate integrity, responsibility, holistic thinking, enthusiasm, and ability to drive change.
  • Have engineering education, a related field of study, or incomplete engineering studies.
Responsibilities
  • Supervise human and material resources to meet the assigned production schedule while ensuring that procedures and work instructions are followed to protect product conformity, people, and the organization.
Desired Qualifications
  • Basic English is desirable.

About the company

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LIXIL

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LIXIL provides housing and interior building products worldwide, including bathroom fixtures, kitchens, windows, doors, and exterior materials, plus water technology solutions. It operates by coordinating research, design, manufacturing, and distribution across its brands to deliver integrated products that customers can install together for complete living spaces. Unlike many competitors, it combines five major Japanese champions into a single global group and uses a broad portfolio of brands (like American Standard and Grohe) to serve diverse markets with a focus on water technology and sustainability. Its goal is to offer comprehensive, globally available housing solutions that improve living spaces and water efficiency through its connected range of bathroom, kitchen, and building-material products.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Tokyo, Japan

Founded

2011

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What believers are saying

  • FYE2026 core earnings rose 23% to ¥38.5 billion, beating management’s forecast.
  • Americas became profitable monthly in March 2026 after restructuring.
  • JICA and LIXIL target 500,000 sanitation beneficiaries across Kenya and Malawi by 2026.

What critics are saying

  • U.S. structural reforms cut headcount 10% in 2026, exposing a fragile turnaround.
  • Core earnings remain ¥38.5 billion against ¥121.6 billion EBITDA, signaling heavy depreciation drag.
  • If wholesale expansion stalls, low-margin DIY exits and Americas losses stay existential.

What makes LIXIL unique

  • GROHE, American Standard, INAX, and TOSTEM give LIXIL rare multi-category reach.
  • LIXIL’s SATO sanitation platform reached 103 million people by FYE2026.
  • PremiAL R100 and revia showcase circular materials across GROHE and construction.

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  • Flexible Work Hours

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PR Newswire
Oct 13th, 2026
LIXIL expands Housing Technology business in India with new manufacturing facility in Hyderabad.

LIXIL expands Housing Technology business in India with new manufacturing facility in Hyderabad. 13 Oct, 2026, 09:00 IST Driven by the newly formed "LHT Global" organization, this strategic expansion accelerates international growth to meet surging demand. GURUGRAM, India, Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - LIXIL Corporation ("LIXIL"), maker of pioneering water and housing products, today announced a major expansion of its manufacturing footprint with a new window manufacturing facility in Hyderabad, India. Spanning 500,000 square feet and slated to commence operations in 2028, the new plant will substantially boost LIXIL's local production capabilities in the country - aligning with the Indian government's "Make in India" initiative while establishing a highly responsive, localized supply chain under its LIXIL Housing Technology (LHT) India business. The new facility will be complemented by LHT's existing window manufacturing plant in IMT Manesar, Haryana, to meet rising domestic demand for pre-engineered aluminum window systems and sliding door profiles marketed under the TOSTEM brand and affirming India as a key strategic growth hub for the region. The expansion is projected to increase the TOSTEM brand's local production ratio in the country from 30% to over 60%, significantly increasing local production capability, responsiveness, and service to customers across Northern and Southern India. A significant challenge for Indian builders and homeowners is to secure consistent, high-quality aluminum window frames for their property projects - from large projects to individual homes. LHT's expanding production and operating footprint aims to meet this demand with its proprietary TOSTEM "Windows in the Box" solution. This solution ships precision-engineered, ready-to-assemble window kits directly to site with consistent global quality and manufacturing, where 80% of quality-critical processes are managed in-house. This innovation eliminates the quality headache for builders and homeowners who source and coordinate multiple local fabricators. This will be supported by a concurrent retail expansion spanning about 160 partner companies, over 150 showroom locations across 130 cities. Commenting on the investment, Hardeep Singh, Managing Director, TOSTEM India, said: "India's rapid development and urbanization must be matched with high quality buildings and homes. We are confident that our new Hyderabad facility will deliver TOSTEM global quality that is proudly "Made In India" for premium, pre-engineered aluminum windows and doors. Together with our Haryana facility, we look forward to serving our Indian distributors, business partners, and homeowners, with "Windows in the Box" and other quality solutions and services." Ichiro Murakoshi, Asia Pacific Head of TOSTEM, added: "Our latest investment establishes India as a strategic growth hub for the LIXIL Housing Technology business under the newly formed "LHT Global" organization. We are combining advanced global technology and products with localized operational strength, to more completely serve our customers in the country and in the Asia-Pacific region. Together with industry partners, we look forward to fulfilling the LIXIL purpose to make better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere." About LIXIL LIXIL (TSE Code 5938) makes pioneering water and housing products that solve everyday, real-life challenges, making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. Drawing on our Japanese heritage, we create world-leading technology and innovate to make high-quality products that transform homes. But the LIXIL difference is how we do this; through meaningful design, an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to improving accessibility for all, and responsible business growth. Our approach comes to life through industry-leading brands, including INAX, GROHE, American Standard, and TOSTEM. Approximately 55,000 colleagues operating in more than 150 countries are proud to make products that touch the lives of more than a billion people every day. Learn more at www.lixil.com. About TOSTEM TOSTEM is a globally trusted Japanese brand renowned for high-quality aluminium windows and doors. Backed by a legacy of over 100 years, we combine thoughtful design with functional excellence, setting global benchmarks across the building materials industry. Awarded prestigious honors including the Red Dot, iF, Best100, and German Design Awards, our products remain a favorite choice nationwide. Quality is our top priority: every door and window meets rigorous international testing standards and features our patented TEXGUARD coating, delivering superior scratch resistance and protection for up to 40 years. TOSTEM emphasizes precision, durability, and a seamless user experience. Through our innovative "window-in-a-box" concept, each pre-engineered unit ensures a perfect fit, error-free delivery, and effortless installation. With integrated features such as EPDM coatings and rubber gaskets for superior sealing, TOSTEM delivers solutions that harmonize strength and style to enhance the comfort and aesthetics of every living space. (Global website: https://www.tostem.com/; India website: https://www.tostemindia.com/)

LIXIL
Oct 5th, 2026
LIXIL's shower toilet technology honored with IEEE Milestone.

LIXIL's shower toilet technology honored with IEEE Milestone. Japanese Innovation Turns Utilitarian Ceramic Fixture into Sophisticated Appliance that Transforms Personal Hygiene TOKYO - LIXIL Corporation ("LIXIL", TSE Code: 5938), maker of pioneering water and housing products, announced that its "Sanitarina 61" - Japan's first domestic shower toilet launched in 1967 - has been recognized with the prestigious "IEEE Milestone" designation, joining global breakthroughs such as Edison's electric lighting system, the compact disc and Wi-Fi. The designation also jointly recognizes Toyo Toki (now TOTO Ltd.) and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (now Panasonic Housing Solutions Co., Ltd.), for their contribution to electric bidet toilet technology in Japan. The recognition by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) highlights how LIXIL's ongoing commitment to human-centric engineering and innovation has been fundamental in transforming daily bathroom routines worldwide. Pioneering Human-Centric Engineering LIXIL's journey in shower toilets began in 1964 with a challenge to create an entirely new standard for personal hygiene in Japan. At a time when no anatomical or behavioral data existed for such devices, engineers at Ina Seito, one of LIXIL's core heritage companies, conducted thousands of meticulous practical evaluations using clay and plaster. Through these evaluations, the team determined the optimal nozzle location, water pressure, and a spray angle of approximately 75 degrees that balanced effective cleansing with nozzle cleanliness, while also devising multi-layer thermal controls to eliminate burn risks entirely. This transformed a utilitarian fixture into a sophisticated appliance, rooted in LIXIL's approach to innovation. Over half a century later, it continues to evolve in today's advanced toilet solutions, including the "SATIS X" series. (From left) Early development team of the shower toilet; "Sanitarina 61" launched in 1967; the latest "SATIS X" Scaling Japanese Innovation Through Global Brands LIXIL has been expanding its shower toilet technology beyond Japan to redefine daily bathroom routines across international markets. Through its global brand portfolio, including American Standard, GROHE, and INAX, LIXIL has been adapting its human-centric engineering to meet regional cultures, preferences, and infrastructure needs. A prime example is the GROHE Sensia Series, which brings together INAX's pioneering Japanese shower toilet technology with GROHE's award-winning German design and engineering, creating a distinctive combination of advanced hygiene, personal comfort, and contemporary aesthetics worldwide. GROHE Sensia Arena Hiroyuki Onishi, Executive Officer of LIXIL Water Technology Japan, commented: "The IEEE Milestone recognition is an immense honor for LIXIL and a testament to an ongoing commitment to innovation, which has been driven not only by our own journey since 'Sanitarina 61' in 1967, but by the collective achievements of Japan's sanitaryware industry. From the outset, our focus was never merely on creating a convenient sanitary fixture, but on delivering meaningful value that nurtures personal well-being and enriches the bathroom space. What began as a Japanese innovation is now redefining daily wellness and hygiene practices around the world. As a pioneer, LIXIL remains dedicated to advancing this technology to make better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere." Key Innovations Driving Global Differentiation To deliver on its commitment to daily wellness across diverse international markets, LIXIL has been incorporating key technological advancements across its global portfolio of bathroom products: * From User Insights to Inclusive Innovation: The technological evolution of shower toilets is fundamentally a history of inclusive innovation. In 1981, responding to feedback from female users, LIXIL introduced Japan's first dedicated feminine-wash function, later incorporating a dual-nozzle system to separate rear-wash and feminine-wash nozzles and address cross-contamination concerns. In addition, LIXIL's innovations extend to accessibility features such as automated lids that eliminate the need for users to bend over, easing physical strain for seniors and those with mobility challenges. Today, this Inclusive design remains a core feature across LIXIL's global product offerings to meet diverse hygiene expectations. * Aqua Ceramic Technology: LIXIL's proprietary ceramic technology features super-hydrophilic performance that prevents waste and limescale buildup from adhering to the bowl. Designed to maintain its shine through simple daily cleaning, Aqua Ceramic ensures long-lasting cleanliness across LIXIL's global product lineup. About IEEE: IEEE is the world's largest technical professional organization and is a public charity dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. Through its highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities, IEEE is a trusted voice across fields ranging from global standards, aerospace systems, computers, and telecommunications to biomedical engineering, electric power, and consumer electronics. Learn more at https://www.ieee.org. Appendix: IEEE Milestone Citation Title: Pioneering Electric Bidet Toilets, 1967-1979 In 1967, Ina Seito introduced the Sanitarina 61, an electric bidet toilet engineered for Japanese users through anthropometric measurements and user-centered engineering. Significant subsequent electric bidets included TOTO's Wash-Air Seat, which introduced an electrically controlled heated seat, in 1969, and Matsushita Electric's DL-80 with electronic control in 1979. Each of these popular innovations improved personal hygiene, enhanced quality of life, and transformed sanitation technology in Japan.

LIXIL
Sep 30th, 2026
Beyond new construction: how LIXIL and Osaki Town are reimagining regional revitalization.

Beyond new construction: how LIXIL and Osaki Town are reimagining regional revitalization. What if a vacant house wasn't an end, but a beginning? In Japan, the growing "akiya" (vacant house) crisis is frequently viewed as an economic and structural burden. But in Osaki Town, a community globally renowned for achieving Japan's top recycling rate 14 times, a pioneering collaboration is redefining how we look at our built environment. In partnership with the Osaki Town SDGs Promotion Council and Kagoshima University, LIXIL is transforming an abandoned local post office into a powerful beacon of circular architecture. By carefully dismantling the structure down to its framework and rescuing materials like wood and glass for creative reuse, this initiative proves that existing buildings are not liabilities, but vital "resource storage" facilities. This approach to renovation is a replicable blueprint for sustainable urban renewal worldwide. By empowering local craftsmen, engaging students, and reducing embodied carbon, LIXIL Corporation is demonstrating how sustainable design can revitalize regional economies and empower communities. Discover how LIXIL Corporation is breathing new life into its spaces and driving real action toward a circular future in its latest Built with Purpose feature.

LIXIL
Sep 28th, 2026
LIXIL champions the next generation of trade professionals at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, supporting a pivotal global workforce.

LIXIL champions the next generation of trade professionals at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, supporting a pivotal global workforce. Tokyo - Throughout the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai (September 22-27, 2026), LIXIL Corporation ("LIXIL") has been celebrating the exceptional talent of the world's leading young trade professionals. As the Global Industry Partner of WorldSkills International, LIXIL's active participation reflects its ongoing commitment to support the skilled trades; professionals who are an essential force for building, maintaining and modernizing sustainable communities worldwide. During the six-day event, which drew nearly 1,400 competitors from 68 countries and regions across 64 Skill competitions, LIXIL sponsored the Plumbing and Heating skills competition. The company supplied state-of-the-art GROHE fittings and fixtures, providing young competitors the opportunity to showcase their expertise while working with the advanced systems shaping modern bathrooms. "The escalating skilled labor shortage poses a direct risk to our business, and our ongoing investment in addressing it is vital to ensuring the long-term resilience of our business and the wider sector," said Erin McCusker, Chief Impact Officer at LIXIL. "Our purpose of making better homes a reality everywhere relies closely on the women and men who build and maintain our communities. Without a network of professionals to implement these modern systems at scale, we cannot advance our Impact Strategy goals in Water Conservation or Global Sanitation and Hygiene. By championing vocational training and opening the trades to underrepresented demographics, we are activating our Diversity and Inclusion commitments and ensuring LIXIL's innovations reach society to drive meaningful change." David Hoey, CEO of WorldSkills International stated: "The global shortage of skilled labor presents a critical challenge for sustainable infrastructure. LIXIL and its GROHE brand have played a vital role alongside WorldSkills in empowering young plumbers and raising vocational standards worldwide. Looking ahead to WorldSkills Aichi 2028, we anticipate working closely with LIXIL, the Japanese industry, and government partners to showcase the transformative power of skills on the global stage." The showcase of excellence in Shanghai highlighted a pressing priority for the global industrial sector. As communities expand and transition toward greener infrastructure, the demand for highly skilled professionals continues to grow, often outpacing the current talent pipeline. Case in point: to hit Europe's vital climate and renovation targets, the region needs an estimated 3 million additional trained professionals by 2030 across a broad spectrum of trades, technical fields, and industrial roles. Similarly, Germany lacks 60,000 plumbers by 2030 to reach the objectives laid out in its new heating laws. Lack of training is often on the line: In China, the host nation of this year's competition, the State Council has introduced a state guideline aimed at providing skills training to over 30 million people by 2027 to meet the growing need for talent in modern manufacturing and key technical sectors. In Europe, only 39.5% of adults take part in training every year, far fewer than the 60% EU target for 2030. In the United States, LIXIL's earlier "Blocked Pipes" economic study, conducted by John Dunham & Associates, projected a shortfall of 550,000 unfilled plumbing positions by 2027. The study emphasized that the impact of the trades extends well beyond residential housing, noting that plumbing services are essential to 519 of the 544 U.S. industry sectors, including healthcare, aerospace, and manufacturing. With approximately 90% of plumbing-related spending currently tied to new construction, resources for vital everyday maintenance and infrastructure upgrades are becoming increasingly stretched. In Japan, workers aged 55 or older account for over 35% of the construction workforce, while those under 29 represent just 11%[4]. As the domestic renovation and retrofitting market expands to a projected 9.2 trillion yen by 2040[5], this severe labor shortage creates a critical bottleneck for the industry. Australia faces an acute trade shortage with an 83,000-worker deficit[6] - including nearly 12,000 plumbers - causing housing delays and risking the nation's 1.2 million new homes target. This shortage is mirrored across developing ASEAN, where fewer than 25% of active trade workers[7] hold formal credentials. This credentials gap slows construction productivity and delays critical sanitation and infrastructure projects. Expanding access to standardized TVET programs is essential to scale the skilled workforce to meet development aspirations. LIXIL actively supports the growth of the trades through its own targeted programs. These include the GROHE Installer Vocational Training and Education (GIVE) program in Europe, which establishes modern plumbing training facilities, training over 2,500 installers every year, and the TradeUp initiative in the Americas, designed to attract and support new demographics entering the plumbing profession. (The Medalists of the "Plumibing and Heating" Skill, Left/Silver: Marcel Riener, Center/Gold: Matthias Steiner, Right/Bronze: Xiaorui Zhang) Capturing the gold medal in the Plumbing and Heating Skill, Matthias Steiner exemplified the exceptional precision and craftsmanship that modern infrastructure urgently requires. LIXIL extends its warmest congratulations to this champion, alongside global winner Yuhao Fu and Japan's representative, Hayato Ikari, in the Wall and Floor Tiling Skill - a discipline reflecting the 35-year legacy of INAX Institute of the Tiling Arts (*Japanese only) in Japan. These efforts complement LIXIL's ongoing global training programs, including the GROHE Installer Vocational Training and Education (GIVE) program in Europe and TradeUp in the Americas. As the WorldSkills flag is formally passed to Japan and the host prefecture of Aichi for the 49th competition in November 2028, the event will carry profound historical significance for LIXIL. Aichi is home to the pottery town of Tokoname, where LIXIL's founding brand, INAX, was established in 1924 to produce ceramic tiles and terracotta. Rooted in this century-long legacy of Japanese craftsmanship, LIXIL looks forward to welcoming the global vocational community to Aichi in 2028, continuing its enduring mission to champion the skilled trades and build the workforce of tomorrow. To learn more about LIXIL's Skilled Trades Initiatives, see here. To learn more about WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, see here. 1. European Commission Green Deal Industrial Plan, 2023 2. Zentralverband Sanitär Heizung Klima / Central Association for Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning in Germany, 2022 3. European Skills High Level Board, July 2026 4. Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Japan *Japanese only 5. Nomura Research Institute, Ltd. *Japanese only 6. Housing Industry Association of Australia, September 2025 7. International Labour Organization[7], December 2025

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Sep 24th, 2026
LIXIL & UNICEF Impact Update: Sanitation access nearly doubles to 1.3M people.

LIXIL & UNICEF Impact Update: Sanitation access nearly doubles to 1.3M people. September 24, 2026 - LIXIL Corporation and UNICEF have released the 2025-2026 Impact Update for their "Make a Splash!" partnership. This global shared-value partnership advances initiatives strengthening access to safe sanitation and hygiene for underserved communities by building self-sustaining local sanitation markets. To date, the partnership has supported almost 20 million people. The latest report outlines progress made in the 12 months to March 2026 across six focus countries: Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Nigeria, and Tanzania, and achieved the following results: * Direct Sanitation Access: 1.3 million people gained new direct access to at least basic sanitation. * Indirect Systems Reach: 1.8 million people benefited indirectly through systems-strengthening activities. * Basic Handwashing Access: 625,000 people gained access to basic handwashing services. As a key highlight of this year's progress, direct access to basic sanitation rose to 1.3 million people from 727,000 the previous year. The increase was driven by a market-based approach through the "five dimensions of market strengthening," including building supply chains and creating demands. * UNICEF does not endorse any company, brand, product or service. Instagram Threads