Our People
Packing Passion
Who We Are
Challengers of the Status-Quo
To do things well, you need to do things differently. Our team don’t shy away from the unknown, they embrace it.
Passion for learning, designing, and developing catalyses innovation for every industry we serve.
Champions of Encouragement
We Listen to One Another
No matter the job title, we’ve all got a seat at the table and we’re all part of the conversation.
Meaning ideas are given confidence, conversation is stimulating, and beneficial changes are promoted.
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Everyone Loves a Cliché, Right?
There’s no ‘i’ in teamwork, especially in a team as skilled as our own!
Our people combine their own expertise with their colleagues’ specialisms to create solutions that are truly special.
Employee of the Year 2023
Celebrating Brilliance
Every quarter, we vote for the team member we believe deserves our coveted ‘Employee of the Quarter’ award. And every year, we’re tasked with recognising our ‘Employee of the Year’, the team member who’s consistently shown commitment and dedication to their craft!
In 2023, that award went to Kevin Fahy, a Diecut Machine Operator and Production Team Member. Everyone at Greyhound Box values his participation and contributions to what we do across the board, plus his ability to create a positive work environment.
Thank you, Kevin!
Our Superior Asset
We Say It Because We Show It
Staff wellness takes priority to ensure our working environment is healthy. We look after our people to help our planet and profit look after themselves.
Greyhound Box wouldn’t be Greyhound Box without its people.
Let’s introduce you!
Meet Our Team
Where Expertise Inspires Excellence
1.
Louise O’Brien, Managing Director
After joining the Company in 2003 as a part-time Office Administrator, Louise moved into areas of work that involved improving the business’s efficiencies and structure. 2007 saw her take on the role of General Manager, with previous Retail Management training helping her to rise to the challenge of creating a scalable business. Completing an MBO in 2015, Louise developed our next-generation Management Team alongside a continuous improvement plan which remains the focus today.
2.
Magdalena Biziewska, General Manager
Magda joined Greyhound Box in 2016 as an Administrator, progressing to Office Supervisor and Office Manager before taking on her current position as General Manager. Managing ISO, Health & Safety, HR, and Accounts, Magda’s role is integral to the continuous progression and development of the Company. She’s also heading up a new sales strategy to ensure the business’s future success.
3.
Cezary Biziewski, Operations Manager
Cezary joined our production team in 2012 as a Machine Operator, before taking on various leadership roles that led to his appointment as Operations Manager. Day-to-day, Cezary works on improvements to maximise our operational efficiencies, sharing his expansive knowledge of manufacturing to all internal departments. Cezary takes pride in maintaining high standards to ensure we produce high-quality cardboard packaging products.
4.
Kieran Dinsdale, Operations Supervisor
Kieran joined the team as an Apprentice CAD Designer in 2014, where he created FEFCO and bespoke packaging for customers. He’s since stepped into the role of Operations Supervisor, working alongside our Operations Manager to optimise production in our factory and ensure our customers receive high-quality products.
5.
Matthew Kay, Assistant Commercial Manager
Leeds Beckett University graduate, Matt, joined us in 2014 following a successful placement the year before. His primary role sees him running our accounts and procurement activities, but he also puts elements of his design background to use across the wider business. Matt contributes his specialist ideas to our design team, assisting with the production of our bespoke packaging solutions. He’s also leading the creative shape and direction of Greyhound Box.
6.
Claire Monk, Business Development Manager
Claire brought over 20 years of packaging experience with her when she joined us in 2011! Daily, she works closely with our customers to uphold the strong relationships we’re proud of. Claire supports our team’s commitment to offering the best solutions for clients’ packaging requirements and is also responsible for developing opportunities with new customers.
7.
Andrew Senior, Sales Account Manager
Joining us in 2015 as a Sales Administrator, Andrew’s since moved into the role of Sales Account Manager. Dealing with both new and existing customers, his role primarily includes order quoting, estimating, and processing, alongside product creation. Andrew’s also completed his Level 3 NVQ in Business Improvement Techniques during his career at Greyhound Box.
The Next Generation
We Encourage, Empower, and Enable Tomorrow’s Manufacturers
We’re always on the look-out for new talent to join our growing team.
Talent has no age limit, and we put a lot of energy into playing our part in nurturing the next generation of manufacturers.
Since 2023, we’ve welcomed T-level students to Greyhound Box to complete their placements. The students leave with an understanding of what it’s like working in the modern-day manufacturing sector, with plenty of hands-on experience across our departments.
Meaningful Employment, Meaningful Impact
Proudly Working with The Howarth Foundation
Our partnership with The Howarth Foundation (THF) is one of our proudest assets to date.
THF provides employment opportunities for people who were once homeless, but now ready to take steps back into work. Suitable candidates are matched with us, and we follow our standard recruitment process to spot where this person best fits into the business.
The Howarth Foundation has the power to change lives, and we’re proud to play our part. In 2024, we welcomed our first employee as part of our partnership with THF to Greyhound Box.