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kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.
At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.
Oversees all day-to-day manufacturing operations within the facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. In close collaboration with the HSE and Engineering manager, this role is responsible for leading production teams, optimizing processes, managing performance metrics, and driving continuous improvement to meet customer expectations and organizational goals.
Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with all internal policies and regulatory requirements.
Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and ensure corrective actions are timely and effective.
Promote sustainability initiatives related to waste reduction, recycling, and energy efficiency .
Lead and supervise daily production activities across multiple shifts to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to production schedules.
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Allocate resources (labour, equipment, materials) effectively to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.
Monitor operational KPIs such as OEE, throughput, waste/scrap, downtime, and labour efficiency.
Ensure all products meet quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with the Quality team to investigate non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., ISO, BRC, GMP).
Directly manage supervisors, line leaders, and production staff.
Coach, train, and develop team members to build capability and support career growth.
Conduct performance reviews, manage staffing levels, and oversee hiring for production roles.
Lead initiatives to reduce waste, improve cycle times, and enhance equipment reliability.
Utilize lean manufacturing tools (5S, Kaizen, root cause analysis, SMED, value stream mapping).
Partner with Engineering and Maintenance teams to support equipment upgrades, line optimization, and automation projects .
Develop daily/weekly/monthly production plans in collaboration with Supply Chain and Planning teams.
Track and report production performance, identify variances, and implement action plans.
Manage production budgets, including labour, overtime, materials usage, and operational expenses.
Private plastics manufacturer supplying packaging and specialty films to pharmaceutical, food, medical-device, beverage and card markets.
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