Extrusion Manager

SHARPAK; Aylesham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of thermoformed plastic packaging is seeking an Extrusion Manager in Aylesham. The successful candidate will oversee the extrusion department, ensuring efficient operations, compliance with safety regulations, and the development of staff. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a growing environment and contribute to sustainable packaging solutions.

Benefits

Life assurance

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Medical cash plan

Free parking

Training and development courses

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a management role within high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislative requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the extrusion department.
• Oversee machine setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Train and supervise extrusion employees.

Skills

Management

Health and Safety Knowledge

Communication

Team Development

Operational Efficiency

Education

Technical training in the extrusion process

Job description

The Company

Sharpak Aylesham is a manufacturer of thermoformed plastic packaging for use in the Fresh Produce and Food Service divisions. Established in 1968, the site has significantly grown in recent years and aims to be the first choice for rigid plastic packaging solutions through our reliability, efficiency, and innovation as a manufacturer of sustainable packaging on a local and global platform.

Working
Hours:

Monday to Friday 9am-5pm with an hour for lunch.

Benefits include life assurance, enhanced holiday entitlement, medical cash plan, free parking, training and development courses & study programmes, cycle to work scheme.

Role Purpose:

The Extrusion Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing the extrusion department, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality output. Reporting to the Operations Director, the role involves supervising the extrusion process, managing the team, and ensuring compliance with production targets, safety regulations, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the extrusion department, ensuring that production schedules and KPIs are met
• Oversee machine setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting to minimise downtime and enhance efficiency
• Train, mentor, and supervise extrusion employees to ensure competency and continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance, product safety and quality control standards, addressing any deviations or production issues
• Manage shift handovers effectively, ensuring clear communication between teams
• Ensure adherence to health & safety policies, implementing best practices to maintain a safe working environment
• Manage workforce planning, ensuring adequate staffing levels for all shifts
• Maintain accurate records and reports including production performance, efficiency, and quality metrics
  
  

The Person:

• Experience in a management role within a high-volume manufacturing environment, ideally within fresh produce
• Technical training in the extrusion process
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety legislative requirements.
• Ability to work under pressure, managing expectations to meet deadlines and KPIs
• Ability to communicate to a high standard through written and verbal means.
• Experience of motivating, training and developing staff
  
  

Additional Information

Due to the location of our site, being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle may be necessary for some applicants.

To apply for this role, you must be able to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

If you are interested in this role and meet the role requirements listed above, we would love to hear from you. Please APPLY NOW by submitting your CV and a cover letter.

Please note, successful candidates must provide a suitable reference upon receiving an offer of employment.

Sharpak Aylesham reserve the right to bring the closing date of this position forward where a high volume of applications is received.

Location

Sharpak Aylesham, Aylesham, Canterbury, CT3 3EF