Senior packaging Work, Jobs in Maidstone, Ken (with Salaries)

Packaging Manager
Integrated Service Solutions Ltd —Sittingbourne
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
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Line Leader/ Line Supervisor/Team Leader
Driscoll's —Maidstone
- £14.83 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Data entry
- Free parking
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Senior Production Manager, Rubus Northern Europe
Berry Gardens Limited —Maidstone
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
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Senior Production Operative
ardo —Ashford
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Training & development
Senior Brand & Packaging Designer
JDO Global —Royal Tunbridge Wells
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mentoring
- AI
- Employee assistance programme
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Business Development Manager – Flexible Packaging
Hovat Ltd —Ashford
- £40,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Travel
- Contracts
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Site Director
ardo —Ashford
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Leadership
Senior Commercial Manager Contract Manufacturing
zendbox —Paddock Wood
- £65,000 - £75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Presentation skills
- Manufacturing
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Maintenance Technician, LCY8 RME, LCY8 RME
Amazon UK Services Ltd. —Rochester
- Weekend availability
- Continuous improvement
- Flexible schedule
Packaging Development Manager
NewPrinces Group —Belvedere
- Hybrid work
- Project management
- Continuous improvement
- In-person
- Annual leave
10d
Head of EMEA Pricing & Value Optimisation
Fiserv —Basildon
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Financial services
- Business
Senior Reliability Maintenance Engineering Technician, RME
Amazon UK Services Ltd. - A10 —Tilbury
- Weekend availability
- Maintenance
- English
- Continuous improvement
Senior Compliance & Quality Engineer
Boost inc —London
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
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QHSE Manager
Berlin Packaging —Hadleigh
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Leadership
Exhibitions Project Coordinator, OrangeDoor
Unbridled —Bromley
- £28,000 - £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- No degree
- Travel
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Site Chemist
GRG Waste UK Ltd —Rochester
- From £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Forklift
- In-person
- Free parking
- Store discount
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Senior 3D Industrial Product Designer
JDO Global —Royal Tunbridge Wells
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mentoring
- Employee assistance programme
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Packaging Manager

Integrated Service Solutions Ltd -
Sittingbourne

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
13 days ago

Benefits

Health & wellbeing programme
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Supplier ordering
Succession planning
Driving Licence
Stakeholder collaboration
Stock ordering
Stock checks
Stakeholder liaison
ERP systems
ERP software
Cost control
Food safety and hygiene regulations
Warehouse management
Analysis skills
BRC Global Standard
Continuous improvement
Continuous improvement cycles oversight
Team management
Packaging
Physical stocktaking
BRCGS standards
Management reporting
Supply chain warehousing
Stock replenishment
Stocktaking
Negotiated procurement
Stock coordination
Leadership
Communication skills
Purchasing and procurement experience
Operations leadership experience
Warehouse team management
Distribution operations team management

Full job description

Packaging Manager

Integrated Service Solutions Ltd (ISS)

Integrated Service Solutions Ltd (ISS) is one of the UK's leading providers within the Fresh Produce sector. Since our establishment in 2014, we have experienced significant growth and now operate across four sites in Kent, employing over 1,300 colleagues.

As our business continues to evolve, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Packaging Manager to lead our Packaging operation across all four sites. This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for a department of approximately 40 employees spanning Procurement, Packaging, Warehousing and Stock Control functions.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where operational excellence, continuous improvement and strong leadership are at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role

Overall responsibility for the procurement, scheduling, warehousing, stock management and distribution of packaging materials across all four ISS sites. Leading a department of circa 40 employees, you will ensure packaging availability, stock accuracy, cost control and operational performance are consistently achieved.

You will work collaboratively with key stakeholders across the business to drive process improvements, manage supplier performance, maintain compliance and support the delivery of production and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead the Packaging, Procurement, Warehouse Issue and Stock Control teams across all four ISS sites, ensuring high levels of service, performance and accountability.

· Ensure all packaging materials and transit items are available to support production plans whilst maintaining agreed stock and budget targets.

· Manage supplier relationships, placing orders, negotiating supply arrangements and conducting tenders to ensure competitive pricing and service levels.

· Oversee the procurement of packaging materials, sundry items, trays and pallets, ensuring continuity of supply across the business.

· Take ownership of packaging stock management, ensuring accurate stock records, stock reconciliation and timely investigation of discrepancies.

· Ensure physical stock counts and stock check cycles are completed in line with company procedures, with all anomalies investigated and resolved promptly.

· Maintain and develop robust stock control processes, ensuring WIP procedures are followed and stock locations remain accurate at all times.

· Act as ERP System Super User for packaging and stock management processes, driving system accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement.

· Oversee warehousing and packaging issue operations, ensuring materials are received, stored and issued efficiently to meet operational requirements.

· Ensure all packaging-related BRC documentation, records and compliance requirements are maintained and audit-ready.

· Monitor, analyse and report on departmental KPIs, driving improvements in stock accuracy, service levels, availability, waste and cost performance.

· Lead investigations into stock, packaging and process-related issues, implementing corrective actions and preventative measures.

· Develop and coach team members, identifying succession planning and development opportunities across the department.

· Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Technical, Finance and Commercial teams to support business objectives and deliver continuous improvement initiatives.

· Ensure all departmental activities are carried out in accordance with company policies, food safety requirements and health & safety legislation.

· Lead by example by demonstrating our company values in your day-to-day work.

This list is not exhaustive, and the job holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the position as required.

Qualifications and Experience

Significant leadership experience within Packaging, Supply Chain, FMCG, Food Manufacturing or Fresh Produce environments.
Proven experience managing procurement, warehousing, stock control or packaging operations within a large-scale operational business.
Demonstrable experience leading and developing multi-disciplinary teams.
Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, suppliers and operational costs.
Track record of delivering operational improvements and implementing sustainable change.
Experience using ERP systems and managing inventory through robust stock control processes.
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation.
Strong analytical, planning and decision-making capabilities.
Resilient, hands-on leadership style with a willingness to be visible within the operation and support teams when required.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Annual pay reviews
Enhanced pension contributions
Company sick pay
Enhanced family leave
Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 GP and Employee Assistance Programme
Employee discounts
Recognition schemes and long service awards
Social events, including summer and Christmas parties
Free tea and coffee on site
Opportunities for career development and progression

Benefits:

Company pension
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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