Packaging Production Manager

TN United Kingdom; Croydon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food packaging solutions is on the lookout for a driven Production Manager to enhance their manufacturing operations. This pivotal role involves leading teams to optimize efficiency and ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in manufacturing processes, particularly within the packaging sector, and possess exceptional leadership and analytical skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values quality and customer satisfaction, offering a competitive salary and a range of attractive benefits including generous holiday allowance and early finish Fridays.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Annual bonus

Company car

Early finish Fridays

Qualifications

• 5 years of manufacturing leadership experience, ideally in packaging.
• Strong understanding of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead all manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor and report KPIs related to production and quality.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Manufacturing

Master’s Degree (Preferred)

Tools

ERP Systems

MRP Systems

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

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We are working with a leading provider of food packaging solutions in the UK. They are committed to excellence in manufacturing, quality, and customer satisfaction and are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Production Manager to join the business.

You will be responsible for leading and optimizing all manufacturing operations within the site. This role focuses on driving continuous improvement, maximizing efficiency, and ensuring the achievement of critical KPIs related to production, quality, safety, and cost. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of manufacturing processes within the packaging industry, coupled with exceptional leadership and analytical skills.

The working hours for this role are 7:30am – 4:30pm, Monday - Friday

The Role

• Lead all manufacturing operations, including production, maintenance, quality, and HR.
• Drive efficiency and continuous improvement through Lean and Six Sigma.
• Monitor and report KPIs: OEE, throughput, waste, delivery performance.
• Optimize resource allocation and production scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Foster a high-performance culture and cross-functional collaboration.

The Person

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5 years in manufacturing leadership, ideally within packaging.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficient in manufacturing systems and data analysis tools.

Preferred

• ERP/MRP experience

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this role is £55K - £65K and is dependant on experience. Overtime is paid at an enhanced rate. Generous holiday allowance, annual bonus, company car, early finish Fridays and more!