Print & Packaging Production Director - Central Scotland - £60k to £65k pa (depending on experience)

Job Title: Print & Packaging Production Director

Salary: £60k to £65k per annum (depending on experience)

Job Overview

A leading and award winning player in print and packaging is seeking a highly experienced Production Director to set and communicate goals, improve structure and processes, and facilitate day to day operations to maximise productivity. The role requires a passionate leader who removes obstacles, solves problems and ensures that tasks are completed efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Take control of the production facility and oversee the workforce.
• Communicate goals and create clear, effective structure and processes.
• Facilitate day to day running to ensure consistent productivity.
• Lead teams in a senior managerial role within a print or packaging service environment.
• Apply lean/six sigma processes and lead manufacturing optimisation projects.
• Use continuous improvement tools to manage activities that enhance performance and achieve business objectives.
• Plan and prioritise activities, thinking ahead to establish efficient courses of action.
• Initiate actions, take responsibility for decisions, and drive long term success.

Qualifications & Skills

• Extensive experience as a Production Director or equivalent senior managerial role.
• Proven ability to motivate and develop high performance teams.
• Strong knowledge of lean and six sigma principles and a track record of leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of gaining respect and authority on site.
• Determination, drive, and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Equal Opportunities

This position is offered pursuant to the Equality Act. All qualified applicants will be considered.