Area Shift Leader

Inspired Pet Nutrition Ltd; Crick; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

Healthcare cashback

Pet food discounts

Netflix / Spotify discounts

Gym discounts

Electric car scheme

Onsite parking

Canteen and drinks

Job summary

INSPIRED Pet Nutrition Ltd in Crick is seeking an Area Shift Leader to support a 4 on 4 off 12-hour shift pattern. You will lead a team of operatives, foster a safe, inclusive environment, and balance production performance with continuous improvement.

The role offers a days shift (06:00–18:00) with hourly rate £20.58 base plus £1.30 shift allowance, totaling £21.88. Average weekly hours are 42. We value development, teamwork, and a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or supporting teams within manufacturing, production, or logistics.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ambitious self-starter with problem-solving mindset.
• Flexible and adaptable to shift patterns.
• Knowledge of lean or continuous improvement principles is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support a shift team to achieve production goals.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaged working environment.
• Monitor output, quality, and efficiency on the line.
• Support training, development, and performance conversations.
• Collaborate with planning, engineering and quality teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Lean / CI

Job description

The Role

We're currently looking for Area Shift Leaders to join our high-performing manufacturing site in Crick.

As an Area Shift Leader, you'll play a key role in supporting your shift team to succeed, creating a safe, positive, and productive environment where people feel empowered to do their best work. You'll lead by example, balancing operational performance with a strong focus on teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys developing people, leading collaboratively, and making a meaningful impact, whether you're already in a leadership role or ready to take the next step in your career.

Role Specifics

• 4 on 4 off shift pattern (12-hour shifts)
• The 4 on 4 off shift pattern offers predictability, extended rest periods and the ability to plan time outside of work.
• Average working hours of 42 hours per week
• Days shift (06:00-18:00)
• Days shift hourly rate of £20.58 (£19.28 plus shift allowance of £1.30 per hour)

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading, coaching, and supporting a team of operatives to achieve shift goals
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaged working environment
• Monitoring production output, quality, and operational efficiency
• Supporting training, development, and performance conversations
• Working closely with planning, engineering, and quality teams
• Encouraging continuous improvement and team involvement in problem-solving

We recognise that great leaders balance work with life outside it, and we encourage open conversations about what support looks like for you.

What We're Looking For

• Experience leading or supporting teams within manufacturing, production, or logistics
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
• A calm, organised approach with good problem-solving skills
• A genuine interest in supporting people to perform and develop
• Flexibility and adaptability within a shift-based environment
• Knowledge of lean or continuous improvement principles would be beneficial

You don't need to tick every box to apply - if this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you.

Total Reward & Benefits

• Overtime, enhanced pension, life assurance
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, sick pay, and holiday buy options
• Healthcare cashback plan and Hertility at-home fertility testing
• Generous discounts on pet food and lifestyle subscriptions (Netflix, Spotify, breakdown cover)
• Retail and gym discounts, electric car scheme, free onsite parking and charging
• Onsite canteen, free hot drinks, and modern facilities

About us

INSPIRED Pet Nutrition is an innovative, well-established, and award-winning pet food manufacturer employing over 1,200 colleagues across the UK and Europe. Our family of brands includes Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butcher's, Classic, Pro-Nutrition, and Ultra Premium Direct, along with a number of partner brands that trust us to produce food on their behalf. Our kitchens in Thirsk, Kinmel, and Crick produce a wide range of dry, wet, and baked foods enjoyed by dogs and cats all over the world. Our ambition is simple: to become a global leader in pet nutrition.

Our Purpose: To create happiness

We're on a mission to set a new standard of workplace happiness within the pet nutrition industry - one that looks like no other and feels like no other. Our culture is built on INSPIRED's unique behaviours and colleague experience, creating an environment that excites, empowers, and puts people and pets at the heart of everything we do.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

INSPIRED Pet Nutrition is committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the colleagues and communities we serve. We believe everyone should feel valued, respected and able to be themselves at work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We make hiring decisions based on talent, potential and the experience you bring.

We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring equitable access and opportunity for all. If you need any adjustments or support to take part in our recruitment process, please let us know by emailing [e-mail].

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