Packaging Manager

Our client, a modern brewery in Greece, is looking to recruit a Packaging Manager who will manage the packaging department to deliver packaged products (keg, can and bottle) of high quality, on time and cost-effectively.

Areas of Responsibility:

• Develop and implement World Class standards within the Packaging department.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Work with the Engineering Manager and maintenance team to optimise line and machine efficiencies.
• Ensure the Packaging department operates within company and legislated Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) standards.
• Ensure safety, housekeeping and quality standards and procedures are maintained at all times.
• Complete packaging raw materials and final pack stock takes and advise stock required to complete upcoming production.
• Coordinate weekly planning between all areas to ensure production volumes are achieved with suitable stockholdings against the sales forecast.
• Control finances in packaging through assisting in managing supplier contracts, setting budgets and regular financial reviews. This includes a sound understanding of the ERP system.
• Be the expert across all packaging lines, assisting in breakdowns to minimise downtime and drive efficiency.

Experience and qualifications:

• Qualified Engineer or packaging expert, preferably demonstrating both mechanical and electrical skills and knowledge.
• At least 10 years of proven experience in packaging with 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in FMCG high speed packaging environment, preferably beer.
• Experience in developing and implementing world class manufacturing standards.
• Strong technical engineering and packaging skills.
• Ability to communicate in Greek essential and English would be an advantage.

Please note this role does not offer sponsorship so only applicants within the UK and EU will be considered.

For more information, please contact Laurence Rougeaux Carling Recruitment,
laurence.rougeaux@carlingrecruitment.com
Tel: +44 (0)1483 893100.