1. Leadership within a privately owned, thriving scale-up Food Pack Manufacturer
2. Continuous Improvement and People focused Food Manufacturer
About Our Client
My client is leading supplier of food packaging solutions in the UK, we are dedicated to excellence in manufacturing, quality, and customer satisfaction. We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Site Manager/ Head of Production to enhance operational efficiency and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) at our manufacturing facility.
Job Description
The Head of Production will lead and optimize all manufacturing operations, focusing on continuous improvement, efficiency, and meeting key KPIs in production, quality, safety, and cost. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of packaging industry processes, along with strong leadership and analytical skills.
3. Operational Leadership:Oversee all manufacturing operations, including production, maintenance, quality control, and HR.Develop strategies to optimize processes and improve efficiency.Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.Lead and mentor a high-performing, continuous improvement-driven team.
4. KPI Management:Establish, monitor, and analyze KPIs like OEE, production efficiency, waste reduction, and on-time delivery.Implement action plans to address KPI deviations and drive improvements.Utilize data-driven decision-making to achieve operational excellence.Present KPI reports to senior management.
5. Continuous Improvement:Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.Lead improvement projects, including root cause analysis and process optimization.Identify and implement best practices to boost productivity and reduce costs.
6. Resource Management:Optimize personnel, equipment, and materials allocation.Develop production schedules to meet demand and manage inventory levels.Ensure effective cross-department communication, including with supply chain and sales.
7. Safety and Compliance:Enforce safety regulations and protocols across operations.Implement and ensure adherence to safety procedures.
The Successful Applicant
8. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (Master's preferred)
9. 3-7+ years in manufacturing management, ideally within the food, beverage or packaging industry
10. Proven success in exceeding KPIs in high-performance environments
11. Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
12. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
13. Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
14. Proficient with manufacturing software, data analysis tools, and ERP/MRP systems
15. Deep understanding of packaging manufacturing processes
16. Preferred: Six Sigma Black Belt certification
What's on Offer
17. Competitive compensation package
18. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
19. Company car provided
20. Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding business
21. Ongoing professional development and career growth
22. Supportive and collaborative company culture