Who We Are

On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s 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.4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees.)

The role

The role is required for Logtek Ltd (part of IPL Schoeller Group) a UK based company formed in 1996. Logtek provides logistics and operational services for the control and management of returnable transit packaging (RTP) – principally plastic trays and bulk containers as used in the grocery and retail supply chain.

Logtek’s core functions are:

• Hygienic tray washing via industrial machinery processes

• RTP Rental services

• Equipment repair

• Asset Management of our customer’s RTP utilising bespoke and innovative technology

The role is based at an operational site in Crewe, Cheshire. A 37.5-hour working week across any 5 out of 7 days, operating on a rotational three-shift pattern will apply. This includes early (AM), late (PM), and night shifts, which are scheduled on a rotating basis to support 24/7 depot operations.

As Supervisor for Logtek (part of IPL Schoeller) you will:

Support the Depot Manager in overseeing depot operations and supervising employees to ensure KPI targets are consistently achieved. Champion HSHE (Health, Safety, Sustainability, and Environment) as a fundamental part of the role, promoting a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace culture. Drive and motivate team performance to deliver operational excellence.

What you will bring to the role:

Supporting all activities associated with the smooth and efficient running of the Depot; tray-washing, equipment rental/repair and depot hygiene.

Main duties:

• Support the Depot Manager in meeting/exceeding KPI targets

• Ensure that Depot function effectively supports the implementation of HSE, Hygiene and HR policies/procedures

• Develop excellent relationships with customers, 3rd Party, and the supply chain

• Work with the Equipment Control Team to ensure that Asset Management protocols and procedures are accurately administered and maintained

Education & Qualifications

Essential:

• Educated to GCSE Level, or equivalent in Maths and English

• Microsoft Excel/Word (Intermediate Level)

• Microsoft Outlook (email / Teams)

Personal Attributes & Experience

Essential:

• Confident and professional approach

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

• A natural ability to inspire, lead and develop employees

• Previous work experience working as a supervisor in a fast paced environment

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

Skills & Knowledge

Essential:

• First Aid

• Full FLT Licence

• Operate a PPT

• Effective communication skills – oral and written

• Inspire, influence, lead and develop the team to engage and deliver

Desirable:

• HSHE legislation knowledge

• KPI – data analysis

• Understand budgets and cost control methods

• Work closely with other business functions particularly Equipment Control, HSHE and HR

• Develop excellent relationships with suppliers, 3rd Party and transport

• Deliver team briefings effectively and confidently

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!