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Head of Packaging Production£45,000 - £50,000 DOE Car Bonus BenefitsSouth London (Some occasional travel to another London based site)Are you an accomplished production leader in the packaging sector, ready to step into a strategic, high-impact role?This is your opportunity to join a well-established, privately owned packaging manufacturer known for innovation, agility, and a firm commitment to sustainable growth. Operating across two UK sites and supplying bespoke food packaging solutions to some of the UK s most recognisable brands, the business has built a strong reputation for quality, service, and reliability.With a culture grounded in operational excellence and continuous improvement, this organisation is now seeking a

Head of Packaging Production

to lead its manufacturing operations across both sites. This is a pivotal senior leadership role where you\''ll have full operational responsibility and be instrumental in shaping the future of the production strategy.The Role

Provide strategic and hands-on leadership across production, engineering, quality, and site-level HR.Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma and other best practice methodologies.Oversee KPIs related to OEE, waste reduction, throughput, delivery performance and quality.Ensure compliance with HandS and industry regulations across both manufacturing sites.Develop and maintain strong interdepartmental relationships with planning, logistics and sales to ensure customer satisfaction.Coach, mentor and develop a multi-functional team to foster a culture of performance and accountability.The Person

Proven experience in a senior manufacturing leadership role within the manufacturing industry.A strong understanding of packaging production processes and modern manufacturing principles.Demonstrable success in delivering against complex KPIs and leading change initiatives.Solid working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (ideally with a Black Belt), and ERP/MRP systems.Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and analytical capabilities.A relevant degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations Management (Master s desirable).What\''s on Offer

A generous salary up to a maximum of £65,000, depending on experienceCompany car and annual performance bonusPaid overtime and early finish on FridaysGenerous holiday allowance and ongoing professional development supportA genuinely exciting opportunity to take the reins of production within a values-driven, growth-focused businessIf you\''re a senior production professional operating within packaging, please get in touch for further details

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