Area Shift Leader - Logistics (ACDC)

Inspired Pet Nutrition; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage manufacturing industry is seeking an Area Shift Leader for their logistics operations in Thirsk. The role involves leading a team of production operatives and ensuring optimal safety, quality, and performance standards. Ideal candidates will have a background in logistics and manufacturing, with strong leadership abilities and a passion for team development.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity/paternity/pawternity

Pension plan with employer contributions

Free parking

Free electric car charging

Discounted products & free hot drinks

Medicash Plan

Overtime opportunities

Flexible benefits for purchasing discounted pet food

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a team leader or supervisory role within manufacturing, logistics, or production required.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills essential.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate shift teams to achieve daily KPIs.
• Ensure all health, safety, and environmental standards are upheld.
• Monitor production output, quality, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Team motivation

Continuous improvement

Education

Experience in supervisory role within manufacturing or logistics

Job description

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About The Role

We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced

About The Role

We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Area Shift Leader to join our high-performing team in Thirsk. As a key member of the operations team, you will oversee a dedicated group of production operatives on your shift, ensuring that safety, quality, and performance targets are consistently met. Working 48 hours per week, Monday - Thursday 6:00 - 16:00, and Friday 06:00 - 14:00.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing or logistics environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate shift teams to achieve daily KPIs
• Ensure all health, safety, and environmental standards are upheld
• Monitor production output, quality, and operational efficiency
• Support staff training, development, and performance management
• Coordinate with planning, engineering, and quality teams to ensure smooth operations
• Champion continuous improvement and drive team engagement
  
  

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a team leader or supervisory role within manufacturing, logistics, or production
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proactive, results-driven, and committed to high standards
• Flexible and adaptable to different shift patterns and team needs
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles is a plus
  
  

Benefits:

• Enhanced maternity/paternity/pawternity
• Pension: NEST Employee contributions 5% / Employer contribution 3% - salary sacrifice
• Other Benefits: Free parking, free electric car charging, discounted products & free hot drinks.
• Medicash Plan
• Overtime
• You are also able to choose a non-contractual flexible benefits, such as being able to purchase heavily discounted pet food.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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