PRODUCTION MANAGER

lead day-to-day production operations (printing, die-cutting/converting, and production planning) to meet safety, quality, delivery and cost targets.

Deliver production output and customer service levels: plan capacity, manage bottlenecks, and ensure on-time-in-full (OTIF) delivery while maintaining required quality standards.

Drive productivity and cost: manage labour utilization, overtime, and conversion cost; identify and execute cost-down initiatives (target setting agreed with management).

Lead continuous improvement across 4M (Man, Machine, Material, Method): standard work, 5S, visual management, problem solving (RCA/8D), and waste reduction (scrap, rework, downtime).

Own key operational KPIs (e.g., OEE, scrap %, set-up time, OTIF, customer complaints, labour productivity) and run daily/weekly performance routines with corrective actions.

Lead change management on the shop floor: improve discipline, attendance and adherence to SOPs; coach supervisors/operators and address performance issues promptly and fairly.

Accelerate technology adoption: support ERP/MRP accuracy, implement/upgrade shopfloor systems (MRPII/MES/traceability where applicable), and drive automation/digital workflow projects with measurable ROI.

Ensure compliance with Quality, EHS and regulatory requirements; lead investigations for non-conformities/incidents and implement preventive actions.

Partner with Sales/Customer Service to align priorities, manage urgent orders/changes, and communicate realistic lead times and risks.

Develop people and bench strength: train and qualify operators, build multi-skilling, and create a pipeline of supervisors/technicians; conduct performance reviews and training plans.

Own plant housekeeping and discipline standards (5S), including audits and sustained follow-up.

Support budgeting/forecasting, capex justification, and monthly operations reporting for senior management (cost, output, losses, improvement progress).

Participate actively in Continuous Improvement activities and identifying cost-saving opportunities

Participate actively to prevent nonconformity relating to product, internal processes and clauses related to QMS, EMS and Labor & Ethics Management Systems.

CCL Design is a longstanding manufacturer of UL labels, printed electronics, precision die-cuts, brand security applications, branding solutions and functional materials. As part of CCL Industries, the company is headquartered in the UK, with global operations in Asia, Europe and the Americas.

With a fully integrated Materials Science group, CCL Design develops in-house materials and custom solutions for some of the biggest names in the electronics, automotive and industrial sectors. Its design centres and manufacturing sites are equipped with the vary latest technology, and are operated according to strict security protocols.