Papermill Production Manager

Our client is part of an international manufacturing group. With a strong industrial footprint in the UK, they combine large-scale production with a clear focus on operational excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement. The company supplies both retail and professional markets.

As Papermill Production Manager
, you will be responsible for delivering production targets while ensuring full compliance with safety, environmental, and product quality standards
, in line with ISO 9001 requirements and Group policies. You will lead and develop production teams
, drive technical and operational improvements
, and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality paper making operations
.

• Achieve production objectives while strictly complying with safety, environmental, and product safety standards
  , the ISO 9001 Quality System
  , and Group procedures.
• Lead and supervise production teams
  , including shift planning and workforce organization
  .
• Plan and coordinate technical training
  , regularly assessing progress and promoting a culture of continuous improvement
  .
• Collaborate with the Product Office to keep technical documentation accurate and up to date, identifying gaps and proposing improvements.
• Ensure product compliance with defined technical specifications and quality standards through routine audits and troubleshooting activities.
• Partner with the Product Office to review and enhance technical specifications
  , identifying issues and recommending adjustments to support ongoing product improvement.
• Support new product development
  , assessing technical feasibility and overseeing required testing and sample collection.
• Contribute to the evaluation of alternative raw materials
  , coordinating and monitoring industrial testing activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing production processes and introducing innovative solutions.
• Work closely with the Maintenance department to ensure optimal performance and reliability of production lines.

• Extensive experience in a paper making manufacturing environment
  , ideally within paper, cardboard, or paperboard production (mandatory).
• Demonstrated experience in team leadership and people management
  .
• Strong technical understanding of paper making processes
  , with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across functions to resolve production challenges and improve product quality.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  .