Lead Shift Manager – Steel Mill Operations & Safety

7 Steel UK; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare cash plan

Pension 5%

Life assurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

MyMindPal

Free on-site parking

Job summary

7 Steel UK is seeking a Shift Manager to direct operations in our Sections Mill, ensuring safe production and efficient use of resources. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team and collaborate with the production management team to optimise processes and output.

You will bring experience in heavy industry, a passion for developing people, and a focus on safety, coaching, and continuous improvement to drive performance and quality across shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience managing in heavy industry environments.
• Ability to train and coach teams.
• Strong safety and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a multi-disciplinary team of mechanical and electrical craftsmen, quality control, and production operatives.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards, conduct safety tours, audits, and investigations to maintain high safety practices.
• Manage and supervise daily operations, including production activities, material flow, inventory, and production schedules.
• Monitor and control shift resources, including overtime, manpower, and material usage, to optimise cost and productivity.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, driving Total Quality Management initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Coaching

Safety compliance

Job description

7 Steel UK is seeking a Shift Manager to direct operations in our Sections Mill, ensuring safe production and efficient use of resources. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team and collaborate with the production management team to optimise processes and output.

You will bring experience in heavy industry, a passion for developing people, and a focus on safety, coaching, and continuous improvement to drive performance and quality across shifts.