Conversion Manager

SAICA PACK FRANCE; Livingston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An international packaging solutions provider is seeking a Conversion Manager in Livingston, Scotland. You'll oversee the Conversion department, ensuring productivity, quality, and waste management targets are met while fostering a safe workplace. Ideal candidates will have significant leadership experience in manufacturing and relevant qualifications such as an NVQ in Packaging.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large teams in fast-paced manufacturing.
• Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing tools like 5’s.
• Proven problem-solver with a professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations within the Conversion department to meet productivity and quality targets.
• Lead strategic continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Strategic planning

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ in Packaging

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

time left to apply End Date: July 29, 2025 (4 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR100187

Join Saica Pack, a division of the Saica Group, where you'll have the opportunity to develop corrugated cardboard packaging solutions.

At Saica Group, we have integrated the circular economy into our business model, embracing sustainability as the driving force behind a more responsible production model. At Saica Pack, you'll be part of the circle!

We believe in talent, professional growth, and making a positive impact on the world. If you're looking for a dynamic environment where every day is an opportunity to innovate and create a better world, Saica Group is the place for you!

Job:

Conversion Manager

Join Saica Pack, a division of the Saica Group, where you'll have the opportunity to develop corrugated cardboard packaging solutions.

At Saica Group, we have integrated the circular economy into our business model, embracing sustainability as the driving force behind a more responsible production model. At Saica Pack, you'll be part of the circle!

We believe in talent, professional growth, and making a positive impact on the world. If you're looking for a dynamic environment where every day is an opportunity to innovate and create a better world, Saica Group is the place for you!

Job:

Conversion Manager

Job Description:

This role will be responsible for organising and controlling the different job roles and technical resources within the Conversion department to achieve productivity, quality and waste targets, with minimum cost whilst respecting safety, hygiene and environment policies.You will lead strategic continuous improvement and succession planning in the department.

Tasks and Responsibilities :

Understand the machines process overview, correct use and a good understanding of the product mix

Demonstrate health and safety leadership and compliance

Ability to interpret information in decision making and identify key problems to solve.

Fully understand company systems and able to sustain implemented processes

Work as an effective department manager, leading, guiding & inspiring others.

Take the initiative to problem solve, challenge and improve to deliver the agreed targets

Ability to generate innovative solutions to work situations

Ensure compliance with the company Safety, Hygiene and Environmental policies by the department

Ensure department participation in the behavioural safety program

Investigate and take corrective action on near misses and accidents

Owner of risk assessments in the department

Take the lead on any people related issues, such as recruitment, absence management, disciplinary issues, etc

Identify training needs of their staff and co-ordinate the implementation of the training using the defined methodology.Multiskilling operators as much as possible to enable a flexible work force

Ability to analyse data and implement improvement action plans to meet or exceed machine targets- utilising other departments as and when necessary

Implement, encourage and sustain SPS as required

Ensure SOPs are respected, and machines are in proper condition (including preventative and corrective maintenance)

Implement the use of improvement tools in the department for speeds, sets, down time & waste

Lead an effective continuous improvement meeting structure

Essential Skills and Experience

Excellent strategic planning and organisational skills.

Experience of leading large teams within a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Proven leadership and people management skills and experience

Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing tools i.e. 5’s

Experience of Total Productive Maintenance

Proven role model with a professional approach and problem solver

Relevant IT system knowledge (GPT, MS Office suite, Time & Attendance system).

Work Experience:

General Manufacturing Operations, Production

Education:

NVQ (National Vocational Qualification): Packaging

Worker Type:

Regular

Why choose Us

By joining the Saica Group, you're choosing more than a job – you're choosing a purpose-driven career that aligns with your values. You'll collaborate with like-minded individuals to shape a sustainable future, making a meaningful contribution to our world.

Saica Group is committed to Occupational Risk Prevention for its employees and partner companies, Environmental Protection, the Quality of its products and services, and Equal Opportunities between men and women. In our work, we strive to maintain a balance between professional and personal life.

All CVs received will be handled in accordance with Personal Data Protection legislation and will be archived unless the candidate expressly requests their cancellation or rectification in writing.

Why work here?

Join us today and shape tomorrow's sustainable solutions with the Saica Group.

Saica Group offers sustainable paper solutions for the manufacture of corrugated board and flexible packaging, promoting circularity in waste management. With more than 12,000 employees and a presence in 11 countries (Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, and the United States), Saica Group has four business lines: the production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard (Saica Paper), waste management and environmental services (Saica Natur), the production of corrugated board packaging (Saica Pack), and flexible packaging (Saica Flex). The group's revenue is € 3.620 million (consolidated sales as of 31 December 2023).