Production Operations Manager, Hamilton-Schades Labels Ltd.


Schades Group, 17 July 2025

  • Schades Group is looking for a Production Operations Manager to take the lead at our UK based label production site Hamilton-Schades Labels Ltd. in Leicestershire, UK.
  • Production Operations Manager, Hamilton-Schades Labels

    Hamilton-Schades Labels Ltd is renowned for it’s high quality printing and general label solutions. Having recently been acquired by the Schades Group, we have a strong position in the labels market. Due to recent growth, we now have an exciting opportunity at our site in Coalville, Leicestershire for a Production Operations Manager.

    Location: Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 1PG
    Hours: 40 Hours per week, times negotiable
    Salary: £negotiable

    Full-time, Permanent, On-site

    Key Tasks

    Production

    • Ensuring production targets are met
    • Review SOP’s, ensuring all are fit for purpose
    • Work with Production Planner to ensure smooth running of production department
    • Ensure machines are manned efficiently, allowing proper holiday cover
    • Ensure shift supervisors are up-to-date with workload and any issues which may occur
    • Machine Maintenance

      • Ensure breakdowns are fixed quickly and efficiently
      • Plan Preventative Maintenance of the machines
      • Warehouse

        • Work with Warehouse Supervisor to ensure warehouse runs efficiently
        • Buildings

          • Ensure buildings are fixed when issues occur
          • Organise routine preventative buildings maintenance
          • Other

            • HR duties for direct reports.
            • Ensure all staff are complying with Hamilton-Schades procedures, and H&S requirements.
            • Ad-hoc duties, as requested by senior management team
            • Person Profile

              • Prior experience within the Labels industry.
              • Prior experience of a production environment
              • Prior experience of management would be advantageous
              • Must have good print knowledge
              • Must be able to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines
              • Computer literate – must be able to use Microsoft Office and D365
              • Good communication and interpersonal skills
              • Hands on approach – leads by example
              • Demonstrable leadership skills – ability to make decisions quickly whilst maintaining integrity
                • How to apply

                  If you are ready to take the next step in your career and bring your expertise to a well-established leader in the labels industry, we would love to hear from you.

                  To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to:
                  📧 jack.hugill@schades.co.uk

                  Be sure to highlight your relevant experience in the label industry, and why you’re the right fit for this leadership role.

                  If you have any questions about the role or the application process, feel free to reach out to Managing Director, Jack Jugill – 📧 jack.hugill@schades.co.uk

                  Application deadline: 08/08/2025

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