Assistant Night Shift Manager

Shorterm Group; Crewe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is looking for an Assistant Nightshift Manager to oversee production and maintain safety standards. This role involves supporting the Nightshift Manager, conducting performance reviews, and fostering a proactive team environment. The position requires strong leadership skills and a commitment to health and safety.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

Training provided

Qualifications

• Experience in a managerial role is preferred.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations.
• Ability to manage performance and coach team members.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health & Safety compliance across production.
• Deputise for Nightshift Manager and conduct performance reviews.
• Lead nightshift staff and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Health & Safety Management

Performance Management

Coaching

Communication

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Nightshift Manager
Pay Rate: 28.08p/h
Hours: 41 per week
Shifts: Monday to Thursday Nights 7.30pm - 6.15am
Holidays: 25 days per year

Key Objectives

Ensure Health & Safety is adhered to throughout all areas of production.
Assist in delivering targets across all stages of production.
Deputise duties for Nightshift Manager in his absence.

Responsibilities Include:
Standard
Record near misses, unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
Ensure Health and Safety procedures are being adhered to in all areas.
Carry out disciplinary investigations/hearings.
Support new starters joining the business, working with nightshift training mentor to monitor progress.
Carry out performance reviews and one to one meetings.
Communicate constructive feedback.
Maintain strong relationships with all other departments within the company.
Consistently manage performance with a firm but fair approach.
Be a strong and supportive role model, providing coaching where necessary.
Maintain a positive, resilient and optimistic approach to unforeseen circumstances
Provide a positive and motivating approach to get the most from the team.
Production
Work with the Nightshift Manager to set and achieve targets and support the overall running of the shop floor during the shift.
Oversee key production processes across all stages.
Monitor and review time in motion studies where required.
Foster continuous improvement by leading initiatives to improve processes and reduce costs.
Assess ways to improve and develop the nightshift staff.
Assist in overseeing the smooth transition between contracts to maximise production output and efficiency

Deputise for Nightshift Manager in his absence
Host nightly pre-shift brief.
Communicate with the Head of Production during handover pre/post shift

The company requires all employees to adopt a flexible approach to work and you will be required from time to time to perform other duties. We will ensure that you will be adequately trained to carry out these tasks.