Plant Production Manager (Weekend Shift rotation)

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking a Plant Production Manager for weekend shifts, with a strong focus on meeting production targets and ensuring safety compliance. This role offers significant career progression opportunities within a collaborative and growth-oriented environment, alongside a competitive salary package and additional benefits.

Benefits

Career Progression

Job Security

Competitive Package

Collaborative Culture

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or line management experience required.
• Strong manufacturing background, ideally high-volume or complex production.
• Experience with lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate production activities during weekend shifts.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Monitor KPIs and drive performance improvements.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Lean Principles

Education

NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Plant Production Manager (Weekend Shift rotation) – London - £55,000 + Car Allow. + Bonus + Shift Prems. + Ex. Benefits – Permanent

Primary Purpose:

The primary purpose of this role is to lead and coordinate production activities across multiple teams during a weekend shift rotation, ensuring targets are met safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. As the key contact during shifts, the role supports issue resolution, monitors performance, drives improvements, and develops team capability while supporting ongoing production growth.

Benefits:

Career Progression – A great step up into leadership with strong support for development and promotion.

Job Security – Join a business with a strong order book, offering stability and long-term growth plans.

Exciting Growth Phase – Be part of a major production ramp-up.

Collaborative Culture – Work cross-functionally in a supportive, improvement-focused environment.

Competitive Package – Includes shift premiums, recognition schemes, and training opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Shift Operations – Oversee multiple production areas to meet output, quality, and safety targets.

Be the Key Contact – Act as the primary decision-maker and problem-solver during your shift.

Ensure HSE & Quality Compliance – Maintain strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

Monitor & Drive Performance – Track KPIs, analyse results, and implement improvements.

Support Production Ramp-Up – Help manage increasing volumes and prepare for site expansion.

Develop and Manage Teams – Lead, coach, and manage team performance and development.

Champion Lean & CI – Drive 6S and lean initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Collaborate Cross-Functionally – Work with planning, engineering, HR, and quality to resolve issues and align operations.

Requirements:

NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent - A technical or vocational qualification in a relevant discipline is essential.

Previous Supervisory or Line Management Experience - Proven ability to lead teams in a production or manufacturing environment.

Strong Manufacturing Background - Ideally from a high-volume or complex production setting, with knowledge of production planning and workflow.

Experience with Lean Principles - Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 6S, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Excellent Organisational & Planning Skills - Able to schedule production, allocate resources, and manage priorities effectively.

Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills - Capable of working cross-functionally, managing conflict, and motivating diverse teams.

How to apply:

To apply for this excellent opportunity, please submit your CV via Linkedin.