Production Shift Leader

STADA Arzneimittel AG; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer of health products is seeking a Production Shift Team Leader in Preston. The role involves overseeing day-to-day production operations, leading a team of 15 members, and ensuring high-quality product delivery. Ideal candidates have supervisory experience in FMCG production, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude. The company offers competitive salary, annual bonus, health benefits, and a supportive work environment aimed at employee well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus scheme

Pension Scheme with employer contribution

Annual leave plus additional purchase options

Free fruit on site

Health benefits through Medicash

Wellbeing support program

Salary sacrifice Tech-Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in a production environment.
• Understanding of GMP and safety standards.
• Experience with tablet and capsule manufacturing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production team to meet operational targets.
• Accountable for productivity, cost, safety, and quality.
• Coach and develop team members to drive operational excellence.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Strong communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office 365)

Time management

Problem-solving

Job description

Natures Aid, part of STADA Group was established in 1981 and is a leading UK manufacturer of Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements to health food stores, pharmacies, e-commerce and grocery, with over 200 products throughout 15 main health categories. Together we are shaping the future of Natures Aid by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA.

Kirkham, Preston | U.K. | Full-time | Permanent

The Production Shift Team Leader, reporting directly to the Production Manager will be a key member of the Operations team ensuring that day to day production runs smoothly.

This role is ideal for someone with similar shift/supervisory experience or for someone looking to take the next step in their progression.

With responsibility for 15 direct reports the team leader will effectively lead and develop the production team members to drive operational excellence within all areas and to deliver high quality products in a complaint, safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Lead by example in a positive, proactive, and supportive manner, communicating with others with a can-do attitude working as part of the management team and problem solving to ensure targets and business objectives are met whilst gaining job satisfaction
• Be a functional expert understanding and complete training on all aspects of the Manufacturing, Packing and Cleaning roles
• Accountability for productivity, cost, safety and quality on shifts, and present results in the operational tier meetings
• Manage the allocation of team resource effectively at the start and throughout shifts and review performance throughout to identify and areas that need addressing
• Help develop the business further with continual improvement (6S tools) and lead change through the production teams
• Perform People Manager activities as required for your team including, Return to work interviews, performance reviews, investigations, holiday and absence management.
• Coach, train and develop your team
• Engage with your team and ensure that the company purpose vision, values and behaviours are embedded
• Ensure that GMP, H&S and other standard procedures are adhered to at all times
• Act as the back-up key holder and open / close the factory in the absence of a member of the Maintenance team

What We Are Looking For

• Previous proven experience in a similar supervisory/ leadership role
• Experience in a similar FMCG production environment
• Positive, can-do attitude and self-motivated
• Strong communication skills and able to communicate effectively to different levels of stakeholders throughout the business
• Good IT skills and proficient in Microsoft Office 365, inc. Excel.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• Understanding of tablet and capsule manufacturing and packing processes – Desirable

How we care for you

At Natures Aid our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return:

💸 Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.

🗝 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.

🌴 23.5 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.

🥗 Free fruit on site.

🏥 Health benefits provided through our Medicash Health Cash Plan

🧠 Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.

⚡ Salary sacrifice Tech-Scheme.

👪 Enhanced Family Leave.

🎉 Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.

STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.