Operations Manager/Director Designate -Corrugated Packaging

Harrison Scott Associates; England; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider in South East England is seeking an Operations Manager/Director Designate to oversee operational functions. This senior management position offers the potential for progression to director level and shareholding. Candidates should have extensive experience in packaging manufacturing and a commitment to continuous improvement and customer service.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a packaging manufacturing environment is essential.
• Proven experience in delivering large capital investment projects.
• Understanding of current Health & Safety legislation; knowledge of BRCGS Direct Food Standards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operations across the company.
• Manage preventative maintenance and machinery development programs.
• Continuously improve manufacturing productivity.
• Control and enhance product quality as needed.
• Ensure adherence to the daily manufacturing plan.

Skills

Energetic leadership

Extensive experience in packaging manufacturing

Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies

Stakeholder engagement

Experience in capital investment projects

Understanding of Health & Safety legislation

Commitment to customer service

Job description

Job Title: Operations Manager/Director Designate - Corrugated Packaging

Location:

South East England

Reference:

J2807

Contact:

Telephone: [phone]

Job Description:

Our client designs and manufactures corrugated packaging using materials with strong green credentials, making them one of the leading contributors in the war against single-use plastic.

They are seeking a senior manager to oversee the company's operational functions. The role offers potential for progression to director level and eventual shareholding. The position involves managing five direct reports.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ensuring safe operations across the company.
2. Managing preventative maintenance and machinery development programs.
3. Improving manufacturing productivity continuously.
4. Controlling and enhancing product quality as needed.
5. Ensuring adherence to the daily manufacturing plan to meet delivery schedules.

Key Skills:

1. Energetic leadership with a drive for operational change and improvement.
2. Extensive experience in a packaging manufacturing environment.
3. Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.
4. Ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
5. Proven experience in delivering large capital investment projects.
6. Understanding of current Health & Safety legislation; knowledge of BRCGS Direct Food Standards is advantageous.
7. Commitment to outstanding customer service and satisfaction.