Job Description: Production Manager at Severnside Plant
Are you an experienced people leader with a passion for coaching and developing large teams? Do you have a continuous improvement mindset? Do you like a fast-paced role, as part of a network?
We are recruiting for a Production Manager for our Severnside Plant. This role reports directly to the Plant Manager and is responsible for all on-site operations and driving continuous improvement (CI). It is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in developing and leading large teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Implement Zero Harm and Safety Differently initiatives effectively
* Implement Zero Defect policies and procedures
* Achieve production and efficiency targets
* Increase process reliability
* Engage operations teams with business values and objectives
* Design and implement changes based on data and root cause analysis (e.g., risk assessments, 5S, benchmarking)
* Monitor and report CI metrics including plant efficiency, OEE, near misses, and product flow compliance
* Lead and facilitate improvement activities using Kaizen and DMAIC approaches
Qualifications and Experience:
* Ideally, Six Sigma Green Belt or CI/lean-based qualification
* Experience in lean-based/CI operational roles is advantageous
* Experience in team and shift leadership
* Familiarity with quality standards and working in quality-focused environments
* Highly organized, proactive, self-motivated, and persistent
* Good coaching, communication, and problem-solving skills
* Proficient in MS-Office applications
* Leadership, project management, and change management capabilities
As an inclusive employer, Brambles encourages candidates to inform us of any reasonable adjustments needed during the application and employment process.
Education and Experience:
Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree
Preferred Work Experience: 3-5 years
Additional Requirements:
* NEBOSH qualification or IOSH acceptance
* Not remote; on-site role
We are committed to creating a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other protected classes.
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