Site Shift Manager – Trafford

TN United Kingdom; Stretford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in the UK is looking for a Shift Manager for their Trafford site. This role involves overseeing the Noodles Department, ensuring operational excellence, and leading a passionate team. The company offers a supportive environment with various benefits for employee wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Annual Incentive Plan

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Affordable loans and financial education

Electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes

Options to buy additional holidays

Dedicated volunteering day

Retail and leisure discounts via Extra Spice

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a food manufacturing environment.
• Natural leader with team engagement skills.
• Ability to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Noodles Department and on-shift decision making.
• Ensure operational performance, Health and Safety, and Food Safety.
• Collaborate with Planning, Engineering, and Warehouse Teams.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Team Motivation

Health & Safety Standards

Food Safety

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23.05.2025

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07.07.2025

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Our Business

We are proud of our heritage and position as one of Europe’s largest specialist food companies, manufacturing and supplying authentic global foods which serve the chefs and owners of restaurants and takeaways, as well as a diverse range of consumers. With a strong portfolio of leading brands including Lucky Boat, Elephant Atta, Rajah, Green Dragon and Patak’s, our product range is as diverse as the people who chose to work here, and includes noodles, flour, rice, spices, sauces, and oils. We pride ourselves on our passion for food and people, where collaboration, diversity, and inclusion are integral in everything that we do. This is underpinned with our employee resource groups where members and allies help create an inclusive environment and celebrate special events. Westmill is a place where no one feels like the new person for long and everyone has the chance to make a real difference to the business by being their authentic selves.

The Opportunity

There is now an exciting opportunity to join our Trafford site as a Shift Manager. This position offers the chance to oversee the Noodles Department and own the on-shift decision making. You will be responsible for operational performance, Health and Safety, Food Safety, and quality, collaborating with Planning, Engineering, and Warehouse Teams. You should be passionate about delivering results and capable of leading, motivating, and coaching others.

We are seeking a candidate who is a natural leader, able to engage and motivate a team while setting clear standards for Health & Safety, quality, and Food Safety. You should be a proven problem solver with a track record of driving efficiency and achieving savings through continuous improvement in a food manufacturing environment. Ownership, initiative, and willingness to go the extra mile to resolve issues are essential.

What we offer:

• An annual Incentive Plan

Additionally, you will have access to various benefits aimed at enhancing your wellbeing both at home and at work; including a free and confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, affordable loans, financial education, electric vehicle and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes, options to buy additional holidays, and a day dedicated to volunteering in your community. You will also gain access to our benefits platform Extra Spice from day one, offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts.

Would you like to hear more?

We welcome discussions with anyone who feels they would be a great fit for our business. We embrace applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed at any stage of the recruitment process.