Project Leader Packing (Capsules)

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Job Title: Project Leader Packing (Capsules)

Location: Port Sunlight Factories (Site based)

Work-Level: 1S

JOB PURPOSE

The Packing Project Leader Capsules is responsible for leading the execution of key projects which are being deployed within the packing and warehouse areas of the Capsules factory. This person will have extensive knowledge of project delivery and the early equipment management process to ensure projects are delivered to the highest of standards. The role will be responsible for identifying and delivering equipment and projects that align with the site’s key targets such as improved efficiency, reduced cost and increased flexibility. The person will have excellent working knowledge of packing and warehouse equipment design coupled with a solid engineering background.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all projects are delivered in line with the Unilever construction safety standards and local requirements such as CDM etc.   
• Ensure all equipment delivered meets the required machinery safety standards
• Ensure projects are delivered OTIF and all PQ criteria is successfully achieved.
• Ensure all projects are costed correctly and remain within budget during execution phase
• Ensure all stakeholders are aligned and updated effectively for all projects
• Ensure that all projects are delivered in line with the UL quality standards/requirements 
• Ensure all projects are processed through the correct management of change procedures e.g. Electronic management of change system
• Ensure the correct resources are in place to deliver the projects whilst at times leading a small contractor team as necessary
• Ensure as required the selection of future fit technology looking for best alternatives/options of design to manufacturing, following USCC/category technology selections
• Work collaboratively with Operations managers as to ensure scope clearly delivers on key requirements such as improve line efficiencies, reduce waste and energy consumption and improve productivity
• Ensure projects are fully risk assessed, and the required mitigations are in place to ensure smooth delivery
• Ensure the full EEM and validation process if followed during the delivery of all projects.

ALL ABOUT YOU

Professional Skills:

• Engineering degree or equivalent experience
• High level and proven project management skills
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and networking skills (interpersonal and planning)
• Analytical, financial and business management skills
• Ability to develop and interpret project networks ensuring critical path is tracked effectively and managed
• Lean manufacturing techniques with very strong understanding of EEM principles.

Experience Required:

Essential:

• High level of understanding of construction safety regulations and Unilever standards
• Experience leading large scale innovation projects
• Has a high level of understanding of EPM (early product management) as to ensure new packaging is designed for optimum performance
• Experience in delivering through others and excellent coaching skills
• A high-level understanding of the sites contractor management policy and processes
• Leading edge knowledge of warehouse and packing equipment.

Areas of relevant experience:

• High level understanding of PLC and control systems.
• Knowledge of leading-edge automation solutions such as AGV’s and Cobot systems.
• High level understanding of machinery safety standards.
• Knowledge of managing civil and building projects also would be preferred.

NOTES

About Unilever

Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Food, Home and Personal Care products with sales in over 190 countries and reaching 2 billion consumers a day. Unilever has more than 400 brands found in homes around the world, including Dove, Tresemme, Lynx, Lifebuoy, Shea Moisture, Persil, Domestos, Ben & Jerry’s, Magnum, Marmite, The Vegetarian Butcher, Graze and Pot Noodle.

Faced with the challenge of climate change and the need for human development, we want to move towards a world where everyone can live well and within the natural limits of the planet. That’s why our purpose is ‘to make sustainable living commonplace’.

What We Offer

Not only do we offer a competitive salary and pension scheme, we also offer an annual bonus, subsidised gym membership, a discounted staff shop and shares. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with our renowned and exciting brands in a flexible and hybrid working environment.

Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We are a key advocate of wellbeing and offer a variety of support for our people including hubs, programmes and development opportunities. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all. 

Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together for better business performance. We want to push boundaries, and have the flexibility needed to keep adapting in an ever-changing, more dynamic world. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. 

As part of your hiring journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments, to improve your recruitment experience.

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