Production Area Leaders
Kingspan Insulation
Lead daily production operations, manage equipment and team, improve KPI/OEE.
21 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Basildon, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
19,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Manufacturer of Sustainable Building Materials
Pipeline Technical Advisory Service
Energy Efficiency
Continuous Production Lines
Slotting Technology
HVAC & industrial duct insulation
Passive Fire Protection
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Healthcare
Transport
Utilities
Role
What you would be doing
machine setup
machine adjustment
output monitoring
machinery operation
cleaning maintenance
team training
- Managing/performing the day-to-day operation of the department/ line.
- Set up machinery in preparation for production operations.
- Adjust machine as needed for changeovers, different functions, or other varying needs of production,
- Monitor output and adjust machine settings within scope of role to maintain productivity and quality standards.
- Operate machinery to fabricate, manufacture, assemble, or move products.
- Manage and assist in the performing of scheduled cleaning duties and basic maintenance activities.
- Ensuring performance is achieved and maintained through the training & development of team members.
- Supporting Line leader in supervising, training, developing and managing the team.
What you bring
ilm level3
iosh
lift truck
ms office
machinery operation
problem solving
- Flexible and willing to be trained in multiple areas whatever department and area this may be.
- Previous experience working in a factory/ manufacturing process environment.
- Fully trained and able to operate machinery and equipment to the required standards.
- A professional qualification within the supervisory or management field (ILM Level3 or equivalent).
- Able to act quickly when problems arise.
- Accredited lift truck training.
- A professional qualification within the health & safety field (IOSH managing safely or equivalent).
- Full Driving license.
- Management experience.
- Experience of working with various IT programs i.e. MS Word, Excel.
- Basic understanding of touch screen technology.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Able to follow instruction and production schedules.
- On-Site Parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Open plan, modern production, and manufacturing environment
- Competitive salary
- Kingspan offers lots of opportunity for training and progression.
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life assurance
- Contributory pension scheme
- 25-days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Access to discounted products
- Profit related bonus.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1960s
Company Origins
The company was established in the 1960s with a vision to innovate in sustainable building materials.
Spanning 70+ Countries
Global Presence
Current operations and product distribution cover over 70 countries worldwide.
- Started with a vision to innovate in sustainable building materials and became a global leader in insulation solutions.
- Product range expanded to cater to global markets.
- Insulation products are integral to energy efficiency for residential and commercial properties.
- Key projects include high-rise buildings, schools, hospitals, and industrial warehouses, focusing on reducing carbon footprints.
- Developed products like insulated panels, roofing, and insulation boards with cutting-edge technology.
- Continuous growth driven by strong research and development efforts.
- Committed to a sustainable future, exploring sectors like energy and infrastructure.
- The business has been built on trust in the integrity of our people and of our offering.
- We are entrepreneurial, collaborative, honest, and we stand behind a common cause – better buildings for a better world.
- We are innovative – market leader through a creative and solutions-driven mindset.
- We think long-term – strategy driven by long-term ambitions not quarterly performance.
- All new joiners must complete training on our Code of Conduct.
- Core principles include clear, ethical, and honest behaviors and communications; compliance with the law; respect for the safety and well-being of colleagues; protection of group assets; and upholding our commitment to a more sustainable future.
61% reduction
GHG Emissions Reduction
The company achieved a 61% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions compared to 2020 levels.
100% solar PV
Renewable Energy Target
The company aims to install solar PV systems on all wholly-owned facilities by 2030.
14% reduction
Scope 3 Emissions
The company achieved a 14% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions compared to 2020 levels.
1.1B bottles
PET Bottle Recycling
The company recycled 1.1 billion PET bottles in 2024, exceeding its 2025 target.
- Planet Passionate targets to reach net‑zero carbon manufacturing (Scope 1 & 2) by 2030.
- 50 % reduction in product CO₂e intensity from primary supply‑chain partners by 2030.
- 100 % zero‑emission company cars by 2025.
- Zero waste to landfill by 2030.
- 60 % direct renewable energy by 2030.
- Support 5 ocean‑clean‑up projects by 2025 (target achieved in 2024).
- 100 million litres of rainwater to be harvested annually by 2030; 2024 harvest: ~63 million L.
- Embodied‑carbon innovation: QuadCore LEC and other LEC products with over 15 % lower embodied carbon.
- Internal €70/tCO₂e carbon charge launched in Jan 2023.
280 Leadership Programmes
Employees in Development
Over 280 employees participated in various leadership development programmes since July 2023.
21% Female Workforce
Gender Diversity Stats
Women make up 21% of the workforce as of 2022.
25% Board Positions
Women in Leadership
Women hold 25% of board positions as of 2022.
R$800 Monthly Support
Childcare Assistance
Female-focused childcare support is offered up to R$800/month per child (up to age 7) in Isoeste, Brazil.
- Launched global D&I survey focusing on gender diversity under People Passionate/People Pulse.
- Established Group Diversity & Inclusion Forum led by 11 senior leaders.
- People Passionate programme active in building inclusive culture and enabling diverse workforce.
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