Cut and Crease Manager in Leicester

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• All production and PMR activities of the department,
• Day to day management of the staff and processes
• Agree, produce and ensure adherence to all Cut Crease Productivity and Quality KPIs
• Produce all Monthly Production and Quality reports relevant to areas of responsibility
• Communicate all relevant information to C&C team members on all four shifts
• Absence Management of team members including holiday planning, control & reduction of overtime
• Understand lean principles and assist manufacturing team in implementing cost reduction projects within manufacturing environment.
• Performance management of team members to include annual development reviews.
• Implement process improvement activities. Work with the Operations Director to ensure that as a team we provide the best service to our customers in terms of OTIF, and quality of product
• Understanding of customer requirements and liaison where required
• Deliver C&C Maintenance program
• Fully investigate complaints and implement corrective actions including disciplinary proceedings if required. Consistent approach required.
• Support the Production Planner.
• To ensure that all areas of responsibility retain high levels of housekeeping
• To be Health and Safety focused at all time. To identify and address any non conforming areas
• Work with the HR Officer to ensure the Absence Management process is followed and conduct return to work reviews when required
• Conduct return to work reviews when required
• Drive continuous improvement and best practice initiatives
• Validate all data taken from SFDC and prepare reports in standard format
• Control the Stripping team ensuring the products are available for Finishing when required in line with PSA.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE

• Strong mechanical skills and pragmatic approach to problem solving
• Willingness to develop operator level skills
• Understanding of IT systems and its practical applications
• Exposure to change management processes.
• Awareness of current SHE and employment legislation/standards.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Project management and problem solving skills.
• Lean thinking knowledge and understanding