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