Night Shift Operations Manager

PRINCES

Wisbech

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave + Birthday off

Pension 14.5%

Flexible holiday buy

Family-friendly policies

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Critical illness cover

Learning & development

Job summary

Princes in Wisbech is seeking a Night Shift Operations Manager to lead the shift manufacturing team, driving operational excellence and ensuring production of quality, defect-free products in a safe, efficient manner under the Princes Operating System.

You will manage materials and labour on shift, coordinate a 4-on-4 off night pattern, and push continuous improvement initiatives across the site while meeting safety, quality and environmental standards.

Qualifications

Experience of working within an FMCG environment.
Detailed knowledge of continuous improvement practices.
Ability to work with unions and HR issues.
Engineering knowledge desirable.
Understanding of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

Lead the shift manufacturing team to drive operational excellence and achieve quality, defect-free production.
Manage materials and labour on shift to meet production targets.
Oversee 4-on-4 off night shift pattern and ensure staffing aligns with KPI targets.
Monitor and improve line efficiency while maintaining safety, quality & environmental standards.
Lead and develop the team in line with HR policies, training and development.
Support the Manufacturing Manager and deputise on shift when required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Job description

Job Details: Night Shift Operations Manager

Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name

Vacancy Name Night Shift Operations Manager

Employment Type

Employment Type Permanent

Country

Country United Kingdom

Location

Location Wisbech

Business Area

Business Area Operations

Workplace Type

Workplace Type Onsite

About Princes

About Princes The Princes Group has over 7,000 employees with offices and production sites in the UK, Netherlands, Italy, Poland, France and Mauritius. Princes manufactures 350 different food and drink products responsibly sourced and enjoyed by consumers every day. None of this would be possible without striving to be an employer of choice, where our colleagues are proud to represent our business.

Role Description

Job Purpose

Lead the shift manufacturing team to drive operational excellence and achieve the production of quality, defect free products in a safe and efficient manner under the manufacturing principles of QCDSP.

Lead all aspects on shift of the production of factory products, including management of materials and labour. Particular emphasis is placed on the short to medium term strategy of enabling the factory to respond to the growth plans of all brands in area of control. To support the team in ensuring maximum utilisation of operational staff and equipment in achieving optimal line efficiency within the Company safety, quality & environmental policies.

Promote an environment that challenges the existing processes and strives for excellence through continuous improvement & flexibility.

Dimensions

Annual volume delivery of circa 18 M eqcs for Wisbech site.
4 Direct reports (4 x Manufacturing Shift Co-ordinators).
Circa 80 Indirect reports at Wisbech.
Manufacturing Materials budget c.£155million pa.
Manufacturing Labour budget c.£10M pa.
Works 4 on 4 off static nights shift pattern.

Principal Responsibilities

Be supportive, act with integrity, show enthusiasm and embrace openness
Have in depth understanding of the Princes Operating System (POS) and maturity matrix, and site Must Win Battle Plans.
Support and lead lean manufacturing work practices including 5s, AM, problem solving (including root cause analysis) to drive continuous improvement activity at site.
Deputise for Site Manufacturing Manager during their absence on shift.
Lead the Manufacturing team in the fulfilment of targets set by site specific KPI’s to ensure departmental and individual goals and objectives are aligned and achieved through tactical and business objectives.
Lead the wider operational teams outside of normal office hours in the fulfilment of targets set by site specific KPI’s, to ensure departmental and individual goals and objectives are aligned and achieved through tactical and business objectives.
Efficiently manage the manufacturing canning process to meet production demands, ensuring that associated resources and raw materials are utilised effectively.
Ensure that product meets defined Customer specifications by adhering to recipe instructions and Quality Assurance manufacturing procedures.
Monitor and accurately complete all reporting and recording procedures applicable to the designated tasks.
Lead and develop the team in accordance with HR policies and procedures, including operator training, communication and team development.
Ensure strict conformance to Company hygiene standards whilst protecting Health and Safety throughout production by communicating policies and standards demonstrated through behavioural safety audits.
Monitor and maintain all process equipment reporting faults / problems to the appropriate source through the established continuous improvement reporting system.
Undertake any other tasks / projects as required by the Manufacturing Manager.
Contribute to the health & safety of self and others by applying health and safety principles to the required standards whilst undertaking designated tasks.
The seniority of your position requires you to be flexible and work the hours and shifts necessary to perform your role. You may be required to work other shifts temporarily i.e. to attend meetings, training etc. or on a permanent basis based on business need. Appropriate communication and notice will be given.
These are the key daily tasks, not a comprehensive list of all tasks undertaken by the job holder. Flexibility is required by the business & this will be agreed with the individual’s line manager.

General Responsibilities

Understanding and implementation of lean manufacturing work practices including 5S, AM and problem solving (including root cause analysis), to drive continuous improvement activity throughout the site.
Have a detailed understanding of the Princes Operating System (POS) and the Site Must Win Battle Plan.
Ensure all training for direct reports is documented using the appropriate skills matrix.
You must exercise reasonable skill and care for the health and safety of yourself and other people at work and you must not interfere with or obstruct anything provided in the interests of health and safety at work.
The incumbent should demonstrate behaviours which are in line with the site values & help to improve the Quality, Safety & Environmental culture.
Support the business in working towards delivering our ethical trading and human rights vision.
When engaging with internal and external stakeholders (such as consumers, customers or suppliers) maximise any potential opportunities to communicate Princes’ ethical trade and human rights approach.

These are the key daily tasks, not a comprehensive list of all tasks undertaken by the job holder. Flexibility is required by the business & this will be agreed with the individual’s line manager.

Role Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Knowledge

Experience of working within an FMCG environment
Detailed knowledge of continuous improvement work practices
General knowledge of engineering would be desirable
Experience of working with Trade Unions
Experience of dealing with HR/people issues (disciplines, grievances, performance management issues etc.)

Skills