Head of Production - Food Packaging

Taylor Higson | Print, Packaging, POS, Signage & Mailing Solutions Recruitment Specialists; Croydon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head of Packaging Production to lead its manufacturing operations. This pivotal role offers the chance to shape production strategies while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. You will drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, fostering a culture of performance within a values-driven organization. With a generous salary and benefits, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a growth-focused business known for its commitment to quality and sustainability.

Benefits

Company car

Annual performance bonus

Paid overtime

Generous holiday allowance

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior manufacturing leadership within packaging.
• Strong understanding of production processes and modern manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead production, engineering, and quality across two sites.
• Oversee KPIs related to OEE, waste reduction, and quality.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Capabilities

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP Systems

Job description

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Head of Packaging Production

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 Packaging 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 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 senior 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.

What's on Offer

• A generous salary up to a maximum of £65,000, 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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production and Management

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing and Printing Services

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