**Please note this position is based in South London, we're unable to offer sponsorship or relocation assistance for this role.
Head of Packaging Production
Up to a maximum of £65,000 DoE + Car + Bonus + Benefits
South London (Some occasional travel to another London based site)
Are you an accomplished production leader in the packaging sector, ready to step into a strategic, high-impact role?
This is your opportunity to join a well-established, privately owned packaging manufacturer known for innovation, agility, and a firm commitment to sustainable growth. Operating across two UK sites and supplying bespoke food packaging solutions to some of the UK’s most recognisable brands, the business has built a strong reputation for quality, service, and reliability.
With a culture grounded in operational excellence and continuous improvement, this organisation is now seeking a Head of Production to lead its manufacturing operations across both sites. This is a pivotal senior leadership role where you'll have full operational responsibility and be instrumental in shaping the future of the production strategy.
The ideal person for this role will be driven, forward thinking and looking to make a real impact in their next role. This role would suit someone from an Operations / Production Management background who is looking to take the next step in their career.
The Role
* Provide strategic and hands-on leadership across production, engineering, quality, and site-level HR.
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma and other best practice methodologies.
* Oversee KPIs related to OEE, waste reduction, throughput, delivery performance and quality.
* Ensure compliance with H&S and industry regulations across both manufacturing sites.
* Develop and maintain strong interdepartmental relationships with planning, logistics and sales to ensure customer satisfaction.
* Coach, mentor and develop a multi-functional team to foster a culture of performance and accountability.
The Person
* Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role within the packaging industry.
* A strong understanding of packaging production processes and modern manufacturing principles.
* Demonstrable success in delivering against complex KPIs and leading change initiatives.
* Solid working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (ideally with a Black Belt), and ERP/MRP systems.
* Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and analytical capabilities.
* A relevant degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations Management (highly desirable)
What's on Offer
* A generous salary to be discussed, depending on experience
* Company car and annual performance bonus
* Paid overtime and early finish on Fridays
* Generous holiday allowance and ongoing professional development support
* A genuinely exciting opportunity to take the reins of production within a values-driven, growth-focused business
If you're a senior production professional operating within packaging, please get in touch for further details