Production Manager at Thrace Plastics Group (Xanthi)

Thrace Plastics Group is a Greek multinational Group, which activates in the production and distribution of polypropylene & polyethylene products. The Group has production facilities in 6 countries and distribution and trade companies in 5 countries. The Group operates a distribution network which extends to more than 80 countries.

Thrace Nonwovens & Geosynthetics (Thrace NG), member of Thrace Group, is seeking to fill the position of:

Production Manager

Position overview:
The job holder will be based in Xanthi and the role’s main responsibilities will be:

• To oversee the production operation
• To oversee all aspects of the production process to ensure it is effective and efficient
• To ensure products are manufactured in line with the relevant quality targets and technical specifications
• To resolve relevant customer complaints
• To liaise with sales in terms of the cost-effective implementation of the budget
• To manage stock levels in line with agreed guidelines
• To manage the product development process e.g. trials, customer visits
• To maintain an up to date understanding of new technology/best practice and all other relevant developments within the relevant markets
• To ensure a culture of continuous improvement e.g. by benchmarking
• Responsible for the purchasing/negotiation of certain items - secondary materials, packaging, machinery parts
• Direct management of a team of people
• Responsible for the specification of all new equipment, the preparation of capital investment proposals and the eventual installation of any such equipment

Requirements:

• University Degree in Engineering
• Fluency in English
• Excellent computer knowledge especially MS OFFICE software
• Previous experience in a similar position (at least 3-5 years)
• Effective people management skills
• Strong planning and organizing skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, focused on results
• Excellent communication, cooperation
• A demonstrably safety conscious approach.

The company offers:

• a competitive salary
• excellent working conditions and opportunities for training and development in a dynamically changing environment.

For further information: Production Manager