Reconditioning Production Manager

Mendig-DEU · On-site€54k – €92k

About this role

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OUR VISION:

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

OUR PURPOSE:

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #:

033950 Reconditioning Production Manager (Open)

Job Description:

With 14,000 employees across more than 250 locations worldwide, Greif contributes daily to the success of the group.

In Germany, our company focuses on the production, sales, and reconditioning of steel and plastic packaging systems. At the Mendig site, where around 100 employees work, IBCs (Intermediate Bulk Containers) are manufactured and reconditioned.

As a Reconditioning Production Manager, you will lead a production team performing a range of operational activities such as assembly, material forming, processing, treatment, and packaging. You will also be responsible for supporting the achievement of operational targets, guiding team performance, and making day-to-day staffing decisions while ensuring that company policies, practices, and procedures are clearly communicated, understood, and consistently followed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Take responsibility for occupational safety, quality, and productivity in the reconditioning area

  • Plan, manage, monitor, and optimize production and process workflows to improve productivity and quality

  • Lead and develop employees with both technical and disciplinary responsibility

  • Analyse and manage key performance indicators in the area of responsibility, including productivity, quality, and OEE

  • Introduce and further develop lean management tools

  • Work closely with the maintenance, planning, and quality management teams

  • Lead, motivate, and support the ongoing development of the team

Experience and Education

  • Completed qualification as an industrial foreman / industrial technician, or a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field

  • Experience in a leadership role within production

  • Six Sigma Green Belt certification is an advantage

  • Experience in change management

  • Reconditioning and/or plastic industry experience is not an expectation but greatly appreciated

Skills and Knowledge

  • Knowledge of HSQE, KPI management, and lean management

  • Strong German and English language skills

  • Assertiveness and a strong customer-focused mindset

  • Teamwork, reliability, communication skills, and resilience

  • Strong organizational ability and a structured approach to work

What We Offer

  • Performance-based compensation including Christmas and vacation bonuses

  • A secure position with long-term prospects

  • A motivated and highly experienced team in a family-like working environment

  • Access to Corporate Benefits with attractive offers on a wide range of products

  • Discounted access to “Urban Sports”

#LI-CB1

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

Compensation Range:

The pay range for this position is €54,300.00 - €92,300.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between54,300.00 to73,300.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement:

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com. All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif.

EEO Statement:

https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

Company at a glance

Greif (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B), is a global leader in industrial packaging products and services and is pursuing its vision: be the best performing customer service company in the world. The Company produces steel, plastic and fibre drums, intermediate bulk containers, reconditioned containers, containerboard, uncoated recycled paperboard, coated recycled paperboard, tubes and cores and a diverse mix of specialty products. The Company also manufactures packaging accessories and provides filling, packaging and other services for a wide range of industries. Greif also manages timber properties in the southeastern United States. The Company is strategically positioned in more than 35 countries to serve global as well as regional customers. Additional information is on the Company's website at www.greif.com.

Founded1877
Team Size10,001+ employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryPackaging and Containers Manufacturing
Location
Mendig, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
Websitegreif.com
LinkedInLinkedIn

Top Benefits

  • Holiday pay
  • Christmas bonus
  • Corporate benefits
  • Urban sports discount

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