Production Shift Leader-2

PPG; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Local site bonus

Upskilling and progression chances

Match pension contributions

Private healthcare plans

Staff discounts

Job summary

PPG in Runcorn is seeking a Production Shift Leader to oversee multi‑functional production processes, ensuring batch off procedures align with IFS Shop Orders, and to drive high performance through effective supervision.

This full‑time, permanent role requires Lean application, strong communication, and people management; you will plan overtime, lead toolbox talks, ensure training matrices, and maintain EH&S standards while coordinating with other leaders.

Qualifications

• FLT license required; Counterbalance essential, Reach license preferable.
• Lean principles understanding and implementation.
• Strong communication in a fast-paced team.
• Excellent time management to minimise downtime.
• Ability to lead and manage a high-performing team.
• Leadership qualities and people-management experience.
• Flexible to work additional hours to meet deadlines.
• Good organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the manufacturing/batch off procedure is carried out to the highest quality per IFS Shop Orders.
• Supervise, lead and support direct reports across multifunctional production processes.
• Monitor, prioritise and execute daily production workflow to meet deadlines.
• Manage overtime and shift allocations to optimise resource use.
• People management in line with company policies on conduct and performance.
• Carry out toolbox talks and drive education and cultural change on quality and service.
• Ensure operators are trained and training matrices are kept up to date.
• Adhere to EH&S guidelines and promote health and safety best practice.
• Liaise with operational leaders regarding shipping issues.

Skills

FLT License

Lean principles

Communication

Time management

Decision making

Leadership

Flexibility

Organisational skills

Job description

Production Shift Leader

PPG | Runcorn Plant
Full Time | Permanent

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary
• Local site bonus
• Upskilling and progression opportunities
• Match pension contributions
• Private healthcare plans
• Staff discounts

Main Responsibilities

• To ensure the manufacturing/batch off procedure is being carried out to the highest quality, as per IFS Shop Orders, following all Shop Order instructions as per each guideline(s) shown on the Shop Order/Process Control System.
• Supervise, Lead and Support direct reports across multifunctional production processes with an aim for high performance.
• Monitor, prioritize and execute workflow of the daily production operation to meet deadlines.
• Manage overtime and shift allocations ensuring resource is planned in the most efficient manner.
• People management in accordance with company policies with issues relating to conduct and performance.
• Carry out effective and regular communications and toolbox talks specifically impacting education and cultural change of production on quality and service.
• Ensure all operators are trained and carry out the correct manufacturing/batch off procedures. Carry out training reviews ensuring relevant training matrices kept up to date.
• Adhere to and manage the Environmental Health and Safety guidelines as determined by the Health and Safety Policy and the finding of any subsequent risk assessments, promote, and manage Health and Safety best practice.
• Liaise with other operational leaders/managers regarding any potential shipping issues.

Key Skills

• FLT License (Counterbalance is essential & Reach License is preferable).
• Ability to process/manage Lean principles.
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a fast paced, high achieving team.
• Good time-management skills to minimise downtime and ensure a team works efficiently.
• The ability to cope with pressure and make sound decisions quickly.
• Leadership.
• Flexible to work additional hours as required to meet operational deadlines.
• Good organisational skills.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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