Night Shift Production Leader: Safety & Ops Excellence

Pilgrim's Europe; Attleborough; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a Production Shift Manager to lead a night-shift team at Attleborough. You will manage Production Team Leaders, drive safety, quality, cost, and service targets, and embed Operational Excellence across the site.

This role requires visible leadership and close collaboration with factory operations. You will champion safe working practices, develop a high-performing culture, and support the site’s strategic plan with a focus on performance metrics and continuous

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG or food manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office and data analysis.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and promote safety culture with visible leadership.
• Lead and develop Production Team Leaders to improve performance.
• Drive Operational Excellence (OPEX) and best practice.
• Monitor safety, quality, and GMP standards and take corrective actions.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning.
• Analyse data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage planned and unplanned activities, including maintenance and audits.

Job description

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a Production Shift Manager to lead a night-shift team at Attleborough. You will manage Production Team Leaders, drive safety, quality, cost, and service targets, and embed Operational Excellence across the site.

This role requires visible leadership and close collaboration with factory operations. You will champion safe working practices, develop a high-performing culture, and support the site’s strategic plan with a focus on performance metrics and continuous