Operations Manager

Who We Are

On July 1 2025 IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the company). The Companys operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants).

The company is headquartered in Dublin Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end market segments including returnable transit packaging consumer and industrial packaging environmental containers and agricultural packaging. The company employs c.4100 employees across North America (1600 employees) and Europe (2500 employees.)

The role

As part of the Logtek leadership team (part of IPL Schoeller) the Operations Manager will drive the pursuit of excellence at all site locations and be responsible for the production warehousing and operations of all UK facilities.

The role is based from the Logtek Head Office in Quinton Birmingham. Due to the nature of the role frequent travel to Logtek site locations will be required.

As an Operations Manager at Logtek Ltd you will:

Manage a team of Depot Managers across a UK network to drive operational performance efficiency contractual KPI achievement service excellence and productivity. You will be required to deliver a profitable service to Logtek and its customers and have an understanding of running Open and Closed Book contracts.

Main duties:

• The Leadership and Operational Management of the UK depot network building a High-Performance culture across all sites

• Focus on the human factors of Health and Safety driving a safe efficient and effective workplace

• To build a culture of continuous improvement driving cost from the tray washing process for the benefit of Logtek

• Identify and deliver Shared Gain projects within customer contracts

• Analysis of operational data and performance metrics to drive decision making and ensure contractual KPIs are achieved

• Develop budgets for site locations - manage P&Ls monitor expenditure and participate in contractual financial planning

• Ensure the organisation processes remain legally compliant

• Research new technologies and alternative methods of efficiency

• Communicate with the Senior Leadership Team within the IPL Schoeller Group to ensure that an industry leading standard of service is achieved

• Ensure all sites conform to HSHE & BRCGS accredited standards and regulations

• Manage talent and all succession planning across all operational sites

• Support managers in identifying skill needs and arrange training where applicable

• Agree any project objectives with the SLT to ensure that all projects are delivered in time and in budget

Management of all site facilities:

• Oversee and agree contracts with competent service providers for all on site services (utilities site maintenance service providers and contracted MHE providers)

• Ensure basic welfare facilities such as water and heating are well-maintained

• Ensure facilities meet government and environmental regulations and health and security standards

• Advise the business on increasing energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness

Health & Safety:

• Manage and lead the Health and Safety culture within the IPL Schoeller Group Policy to ensure the business maintains HSHE legislation compliance

What you will bring to the role:

Education & Qualifications

Essential:

• Educated to A Level standard or equivalent

• Microsoft Excel/Word/Power-point (Intermediate Level)

• Microsoft Outlook (email)

• NEBOSH Certificate

Desired:

• Educated to degree level

• Microsoft Excel/Word/Power-point (Advanced Level)

• NEBOSH Diploma

Skills & Knowledge:

• Excellent organisation and communication skills oral and written

• Excellent interpersonal listening and leadership skills

• Excellent presentation skills and ability to deliver confidently

• Up to date HSHE legislation knowledge

• BRCGS knowledge and awareness

• Internal Auditing experience

Personal Attributes & Experience:

• Confident and smart with a professional style approach and appearance

• A conscientious and highly motivated self-starter with can do attitude and ability to prioritise

• Previous experience working in Operations and Health and Safety is desirable

• Experience working in the Retail Logistics or Manufacturing industry would be advantageous

• A full clean driving licence

If you have the above experience and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference apply today to find out more!