Job Title: Head of Packaging Production Salary: £55,000 £65,000 DOE Car Bonus Benefits Location: Croydon, South London (occasional travel to another nearby site) Looking to step up into a senior leadership role, but feel stuck where you are? This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced production professional in the food packaging sector particularly someone from a larger manufacturing businesswhos ready to take full operational ownership but hasnt had the chance to progress. We're working with a well-established, privately owned manufacturer of bespoke food packaging solutions, supplying to some of the UKs most recognisable names. With a culture focused on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, the business is poised for growth and looking to bring in a Head of Production to lead operations across two UK sites. The Role This is a pivotal, hands-on leadership role with full site responsibility, offering a genuine chance to shape the production strategy and make a lasting impact. Lead and manage production, engineering, quality, and site HR functions Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and best-practice methodologies Monitor and improve KPIs across OEE, waste, throughput, delivery, and quality Ensure Health & Safety and regulatory compliance across both sites Work collaboratively with planning, logistics and commercial teams to meet customer needs Inspire and develop a multi-skilled team, building a culture of accountability and results What Youll Need Senior-level experience in a manufacturing leadership role within the packaging industry Strong knowledge of packaging production methods and modern manufacturing practices A track record of delivering operational improvements and leading change Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, Lean, and Six Sigma (Black Belt a bonus) Confident leadership and stakeholder management skills A degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Operations (Masters a plus) Location Requirement You must be based within a commutable distance to Croydon, as this is where the role is based. Occasional travel to a second London-based location is required, so flexibility is essential. Whats on Offer £55,000 £65,000 depending on experience Company car performance bonus Paid overtime early finish on Fridays Generous holiday allowance Professional development support and progression potential A chance to step up, take ownership, and drive real change in a stable, growth-focused business If youre a packaging production professional ready to take your next career leap, wed love to speak with you.