Head of Manufacturing

3 months ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Shotton Mill Limited Full time

About the Job


We are looking for a Leader to join Eren Shotton Mill’s Leadership Team as the Manufacturing Manager.


Reporting to the General Manager, the Manufacturing Manager will shape the containerboard & pulp manufacturing systems and processes to ensure the site can meet its full potential following Start up. As a member of the Senior Management Team you will also support in shaping the future direction and strategy of the Shotton Mill site which will employ over 400 employees at start-up.


This position is located in Deeside, Flintshire, North Wales.


You will be a key member of the project in a newly established team responsible for leading the installation, commissioning and start-up of a brand-new state of the art containerboard paper machine, OCC pulp plant and chemical and starch preparation area.


You will be responsible for:


  • Leading the development of a world class manufacturing site.
  • Ensuring that all aspects are operated in accordance with environmental guidelines and consent limits.
  • Leading the on-going development of the Shotton Mill safety culture and lead/support the development values that are aligned to all aspect of on-site safety.
  • The effective management, control and optimisation of all manufacturing functions encompassing pulp & paper production.
  • Leading technical optimisation of the newly started up operational assets.
  • Leading and ensuring budgets and resources are aligned to meet site targets.
  • Leading quality standards ensuring products are delivered on time and to the customer specification; whilst following lean manufacturing processes.
  • Leading, developing and coaching newly developed technical paper making teams to ensure training, development and skills are at the highest level available to build a workforce for the future.
  • Ensuring effective collaboration and co-operation between all departmental teams in order to develop an effective and efficient world class operation.
  • Responsible for the succession planning, Talent management and engagement of your wider mill team in delivering sustainable success for the site.
  • Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with internal customers, suppliers, contractors, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within all other departments and leaders of the mill.
  • Developing and driving key performance indicators heightening role responsibility and increasing the efficiency of the paper making machine whilst also increasing performance and customer service levels within agreed budget.
  • Collaborating with key partners and networks globally within all areas of your responsibility.
  • Implementing plans to meet the site’s strategic goals.


Skills and Qualifications

  • Degree level educated, 10 years’ experience of Manufacturing within the Paper/Board industry.
  • Advanced understanding of modern paper making technology and processes.
  • Experience of Projects/Start-up of a board/paper machine is advantageous.
  • Line Manager qualifications or experience of managing a team by providing coaching and leadership skills.
  • IOSH, NEBOSH are essential.
  • Knowledge of Lean manufacturing systems and tools and their implementation is advantageous.
  • Reporting to the General Manager.


Knowledge and Experience

  • Previous experience of running a continuous Operational plant – 24/7.
  • An inclusive leader who sets direction, goals and process expectations that ensure accountability and performance delivery
  • Willing to embrace change and challenge processes to improve the efficiency and the effectiveness of the site/company.
  • Able to self-manage workloads and priorities.
  • Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Commitment to achieve the highest standards of work at all times.
  • Support and take full ownership of tasks through to conclusion.


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