Production Manager

D R Newitt & Associates; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions firm in Glasgow, Scotland is looking for a Production Manager to lead and develop the manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment, a track record of improving efficiency using Lean methodologies, and strong communication and problem-solving skills. This role involves managing operations, driving productivity, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing/FMCG environment.
• Experience/exposure improving efficiency through Lean/CI tools.
• Confident communicator with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the Production team to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing operations.
• Drive productivity, efficiency, and cost improvements using Lean and CI methodologies.
• Work closely with Supply Chain to balance output, cost, and inventory levels.
• Act as a senior point of contact for operational issues impacting customers.

Skills

Leadership

Lean methodologies

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Production Manager

Glasgow | Manufacturing

Pulpex is a pioneering fibre packaging company delivering scalable, renewable packaging solutions. Their fibre‑based, first‑of‑its‑kind bottles use cutting‑edge innovation to drive significant change in the eco‑packaging space. In the UK, more than 38.5 million plastic bottles are used every day, with approximately 16 million ending up in landfill, being incinerated, or polluting our environment and waterways. The UK's 25‑Year Environment Plan aims to double resource productivity and eliminate avoidable plastic waste by 2050. Companies like Pulpex are vital for delivering affordable, scalable solutions that support a more sustainable future for consumer goods and professional products.

The Role

• Lead, manage, and develop the Production team to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing operations
• Drive productivity, efficiency, and cost improvements using Lean and CI methodologies
• Work closely with Supply Chain to balance output, cost, and inventory levels
• Partner with Engineering to support preventive maintenance, asset care, and equipment strategy
• Own the operational delivery of new technology and process introductions
• Act as a senior point of contact for operational issues impacting customers

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong EHS leadership, ensuring KPI and regulatory compliance
• Embed a Right First Time and quality‑first culture
• Develop and track KPIs to drive performance improvement
• Lead training, capability development, and succession planning within the team
• Manage performance, attendance, and capability in line with company procedures

About You

• Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing/FMCG environment
• Experience/exposure improving efficiency through Lean / CI tools
• Confident communicator with strong organisational and problem‑solving skills