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Who we are
IPL is a global leading sustainable packaging solutions provider that manufactures specialty rigid packaging products used in the food, consumer, agricultural, logistics and environmental markets. Sustainability is essential to the long-term success of our business. As a packaging company that develops plastic-based solutions for our customers, it is imperative that we meet the customer needs while being mindful of our operational impacts and the need to preserve our planet. We are committed to running our business responsibly and in ways that drive environmental, social and economic value for our stakeholders, including shareholders, customers, employees and local communities.
We employ over 2,500 people in 17 manufacturing facilities, 2 corporate & sales offices and 3 R&D facilities across Canada, Europe, and the United States.
Read more about our story at: www.iplglobal.com
The role
A vacancy has arisen for a Production Shift Leader at our Hull site (HU9).
This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on and motivational leader who can manage a team, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high standards of safety, productivity and quality across a busy 24/7 manufacturing site.
You will oversee the operations on the factory floor, ensuring that production schedules are met efficiently and safely in collaboration with a team of colleagues to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer demand.
Please note that the working pattern for this role consists of 12 hour shifts across days, nights and weekends.
Key responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of production team members, ensuring a consistent presence across operational areas
- Lead by example in ensuring a safe and efficient workplace is maintained at all times, championing efforts to enhance safety measures
- Ensure that quality standards are maintained and issues addressed, with corrective action explored as necessary
- Achieve daily and weekly production plan targets to satisfy customer service levels
- Identify any training needs and take an active role in the development of people
- Support the Production Manager with the monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in respect of production output and people performance, addressing trends as necessary.
- Liaise with support functions to progress issues concerning production planning, resource and skill allocation
- Drive improvement in machine efficiency, resourcing levels and effective handover arrangements
- Contribute to the improvement of working procedures by constantly looking for solutions to ensure the best productivity results and create a culture where improvement suggestions are embraced
- Conduct return-to-work interviews, performance reviews and address conduct or capability issues in line with HR procedures.
- Act as a point of contact for employee grievances, disciplinaries and workplace issues, facilitating resolutions and maintaining a positive workplace culture.
- Conduct effective shift handovers with accurate reporting of performance, issues and planned actions.
- Support cross-functional projects aimed at process optimisation and cost control.
- Adjust staffing levels within their shift to meet production needs.
- Maintain accurate production, quality and downtime records.
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You will have experience of supervising a team within a manufacturing environment with a track record of taking ownership and accountability of results delivered through others, as well as supporting their further development.
You will be highly organised and adaptable, able to work well under pressure with strong problem solving abilities.
You will be an effective communicator who can liaise with key stakeholders from across departments.
You will take a keen interest in developing your expertise, both to strengthen your own personal development, and also support the growth of the business.
Notwithstanding your experience to date, you will take pride in working with your team and other key individuals to deliver a more efficient, safe and clean working environment.
What we can offer the right candidate
- Competitive base salary
- Discretionary bonus
- 7% employer contribution pension scheme
- Life assurance benefit of four times your annual salary
- Eligibility to participate in a Cycle to Work scheme following successful completion of your probationary period
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) from day one
- Complimentary breakfast items and fruit throughout the week
We also host outside of work events that family members can join, making sure that hard work is recognised and rewarded.
If you have the above experience and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, apply today to find out more!
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