Dispensing & Packing Lead

Location: Royston, UK

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Dispensing & Packing Lead, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

The role:

As a Dispensing & Packing Lead, you will help drive our goals by:

Build and lead a collaborative department while improving safety, awareness, equipment, and regulatory compliance; manage security, risk registers, and ensure timely completion of corrective actions; maintain clear and engaging communication with all staff.Oversee daily operations to meet customer deadlines; manage inventory and stock control; develop systems to streamline order processing and the supply chain; optimize workload schedules for efficient production and delivery.Implement and sustain continuous improvement projects using Lean tools; standardize processes; reduce waste, lead times, and customer complaints; deliver measurable financial savings and operational efficiencies.Support team development through multiskilling, goal setting, training, and performance management; ensure adequate staffing and capability; collaborate with HR and commercial teams to meet production targets and ensure customer satisfaction.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

Proven leadership experience in operational settings, preferably in chemical or clean room environments, with strong cross-functional collaboration and strategic relationship-building skills.Successfully delivered improvement and engineering projects through to completion, utilizing structured problem-solving, root cause analysis, and data/statistical interpretation.Skilled in operations and management IT systems, supported by a degree in Manufacturing Systems Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related discipline.Planning and organisation with a strong track record of delivery

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

Due to the nature of this role applicants must be non-smokers and have been free from nicotine products for at least 3 months.

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

Retirement savingsShare plansSaving accountsLife Assurance and Income ProtectionMedical plans / health assessmentsFitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact GlobalRecruit@matthey.com. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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