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General Manager Manufacturing / Paperboard

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Job Description - General Manager Manufacturing / Paperboard

General Manager (Manufacturing / Paperboard)

£85,000 - £90,000 per annum + Enhanced Holidays + Performance bonuses + Annual Salary Review + Relocation Support + On-Site

Stockport

Are you an experienced General Manager in a HPME, looking to take charge and lead a state of the art facility for a company who will continually reinvest in your career and reward you with performance bonuses?

This company have been established for over 100 years, providing paperboard and packaging solutions to a wide range of industries, from carboard tubes and cores, to reels of solid board. This company prioritise continuously growing and modernising their depot, to stay on top of the competition, leading the UK market and exporting globally.

The ideal candidate will have managerial experience in an HPME setting, with an understanding of the engineering and distribution of paperboard. You will be undertaking full leadership of production, people and health & safety across the site. You must be able to solve any problems that arise throughout the process, with a hands-on innovative approach.

This role would suit an experienced general manager, looking to consolidate their career and be rewarded for their efforts within an industry leading paperboard manufacturing company.

The role:

  • Oversee production, maintenance, and engineering to ensure the smooth operation of the paperboard manufacturing process
  • Lead a diverse team by driving H&S compliance, staff development, and team engagement
  • Monitor and improve quality, safety, and operational KPIs
  • Ensure full regulatory and environmental compliance
  • Develop and champion innovative, data-driven solutions to boost service and value of the products

The person:

  • Proven experience in a general manager role in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience in a commercial setting, including P&L oversight or strategic business planning
  • Full UK driving licence

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Keywords: Cheshire, Stockport, Paperboard, Cardboard, Packaging, Manager, General Manager, Operations, Production, Distribution, Onsite, HPME, Fast-Paced, FMCG

Reference Number: BBBH20829c

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

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