FMCG Production Shift Leader – Safety, Quality & Growth

Empower Talent; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturing company in West Lothian is seeking a Shift Manager to join their operations team. The ideal candidate should have strong people management skills and at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing role. This key leadership position will oversee production targets, ensure safety standards, and maintain team performance. The company offers a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 DOE, 24 days annual leave, and various benefits including a company pension and employee assistance programme.

Benefits

24 days annual leave

Company pension - 4% employer contribution

Life assurance (4x base salary)

Sick pay & Employee Assistance Programme

Perks at Work - discounts

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing/production leadership role (minimum 2 years).
• Experience working 24/7 shifts or 12-hour shift patterns.
• Food manufacturing or BRC background.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and support your team to achieve operational KPIs.
• Ensure hygiene and changeover processes for efficiency.
• Monitor and report on shift performance.

Skills

People management skills

Organizational skills

IT proficiency

Experience in FMCG environments

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

A leading FMCG manufacturing company in West Lothian is seeking a Shift Manager to join their operations team. The ideal candidate should have strong people management skills and at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing role. This key leadership position will oversee production targets, ensure safety standards, and maintain team performance. The company offers a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 DOE, 24 days annual leave, and various benefits including a company pension and employee assistance programme.