Production & Warehouse Manager

Direct Reports: 3x

Location: Hinckley

An industry leader in the manufacturing of plastic shims and die-cut products is hiring a Production & Warehouse Manager to join its team in Leicestershire.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the effective and efficient running of all manufacturing activities, inventory management, and warehouse/distribution.
• The (PWM) is responsible for directing and coordinating the daily production and logistics activities of the group companies
• Responsible for developing and maintaining a safe and clean working environment across the site. Ensuring site safety rules are respected and driving a culture of safety first.
• Responsible for ensuring product complies with our customer's high-quality expectations and driving a culture of Total Quality.
• Lead and support the teams to identify best practices and eliminate non-conformances using the NCR process, root cause analysis, and permanent corrective actions.
• To develop and monitor key performance indicators to measure performance and identify improvement opportunities / eliminate waste. (Incl. Optimised material usage, equipment utilisation, and labour efficiency)
• Oversee effective inventory management, movement of goods, and facility layout.
• Ensure adherence to standard processes in production and logistics departments.
• Create and develop clear training and development plans for production and logistics teams.
• Maintain world-class delivery performance by ensuring adherence to production plans and shipping requirements.
• Manage 3rd part logistics providers to ensure reliable, cost-effective deliveries.
• Ensure production and material handling equipment is well maintained and serviced as required by 3rd parties.
• Developing efficiency strategies to ensure that production goals and standards are met at minimal manufacturing costs.
• To identify improvements in equipment, processes, and procedures to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Develop a culture of continuous improvement.
• Support the implementation of a new ERP system to ensure relevant key performance information is available.
• Responsible for achievement of production goals, the attainment of business objectives, and product standards.
• Responsible for the effectiveness and efficiency of the production and warehouse teams.
• Implement plans and processes which minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of labour, equipment, facilities, materials and capital.
• Improve labour utilization within existing departments and processes for maximum return on efficiencies.
• Conduct employee performance reviews and foster a well-trained and motivated staff.
• Troubleshoot problems during machine operation and actively participate in the company’s continuous improvement activities.

About you:

• Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, or related field
• Experienced in overseeing world-class manufacturing FMCG or ideally food packaging environments.
• Experienced in managing operations in a BRC environment and well versed in working to GMP standards
• Experienced and qualified GMP/ Lean or WCM techniques.
• Experience in working towards targets (Data-Driven)
• Self-motivated and CAN-DO person with a proactive approach
• Ability to perform administration accurately in a disciplined and meticulous fashion
• Experience in developing and training effective teams
• Demonstrable experience in change management and driving business improvement.