Production Manager - Papermill

HITO Solutions; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading paper manufacturing company in Port Talbot is seeking a Papermill Production Manager to oversee production goals and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in papermaking, proven leadership skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. This full-time role offers competitive remuneration and a relocation package.

Benefits

Relocation package

Private health coverage

25 days of annual leave

Discounts on company products

Qualifications

• Extensive experience within a papermaking manufacturing environment.
• Proven background in team leadership and personnel management.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to thrive in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the achievement of production goals and compliance with standards.
• Lead the production team and manage shift schedules.
• Coordinate technical training sessions and evaluate progress.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical knowledge of papermaking processes

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving skills

Job description

About the job Production Manager - Papermill

Our client is a globalleader in the paper tissue industry. The company produces high-quality hygiene and household products. With a strong commitment to sustainability, it focuses on reducing emissions, optimizing water use, and sourcing responsibly. They are present in more than 10 countries with nearly 10000 employees.

As a Papermill Production Manager, you will oversee the achievement of production goals, ensuring full compliance with safety, environmental, and product specifications, in line with ISO 9001 standards and Group policies. You will lead the production team, drive technical improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and high-quality papermaking operations.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the accomplishment of production objectives while adhering to safety, environmental, and product safety guidelines; ISO 9001 Quality System; and the group's protocols.
• Supervise production teams, including managing shift schedules.
• Coordinate technical training sessions, regularly evaluating progress and fostering continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the Product Office to keep technical documentation updated, identifying discrepancies and recommending adjustments for ongoing enhancements.
• Ensure that products meet the established technical requirements and quality benchmarks by conducting routine audits and troubleshooting as needed.
• Work alongside the Product Office to maintain up-to-date technical specifications, pinpointing issues and suggesting modifications to enhance the product continually.
• Contribute to the creation of new products by assessing their technical viability and managing necessary testing and sample collection.
• Play a role in evaluating supplementary raw materials by coordinating and monitoring their industrial testing procedures.
• Promote continuous development aimed at streamlining production processes, introducing innovative solutions where applicable.
• Cooperate with the Maintenance department to guarantee the optimal performance of production lines.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience within a papermaking manufacturing environment, ideally in paper, cardboard, or paperboard production.
• Proven background in team leadership and personnel management.
• Technical knowledge of papermaking processes, with the capability to identify challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Strong teamwork skills, with experience working cross-functionally to address production challenges and enhance product quality.
• Exceptional communication abilities and a capacity to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Competitive remuneration.
• Relocation package.
• Sick pay provided by the company.
• Pension plan with salary sacrifice option.
• Private health coverage.
• Life insurance (3x annual salary).
• Discounts on company products.
• Full-time position 37.5 hours per week.
• 25 days of annual leave (+ public holidays).