Plastipack Ltd

The manufacturing operation has used a range of lean techniques to improve performance and productivity. The company has recently invested in a new extruder to enable customer demands to be met. The new machine has been heavily customised to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Plastipack has to manage a very high fluctuation in demand. To do this they have introduced an innovative approach which has involved up-skilling permanent staff to create core skills and then using temporary staff to provide them with the flexibility of managing the seasonal demands. The company is IiP accredited and they will share with visitors how this has allowed them to provide a structure for people management and a platform on which the company can grow. Effective communication within the organisation has allowed the company to develop a highly committed workforce.

Plastipack has a clear business strategy, and the company?s vision, mission and values are communicated effectively throughout the company. Plastipack is actively involved in a number of business networks and government initiatives. They will share with visitors how these networks have contributed to the growth of the company. By utilising the Knowledge Transfer Partnership, Plastipack has been able to undertake a programme of product research. This information will be used to drive new product development, as well as provide information to improve their product positioning. In addition, Plastipack has recently invested in new ERP software which has allowed them to develop new business through E-commerce. The system has also supported improved efficiencies and reporting across the business.