Production Shift Manager

Elevation Recruitment Group; Bradford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking experienced Production Shift Managers to oversee operations across multiple lines. The role demands a focus on achieving production targets while controlling waste and ensuring safety. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong leadership ability and a track record in Lean methodologies, driving improvements while fostering a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven background in production or manufacturing management.
• Previous experience leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Good knowledge of HSE standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing activities and ensure operational excellence.
• Lead shift production operations across multiple manufacturing lines.
• Drive optimal performance of people, processes, and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Lean

Continuous Improvement

Education

Training in Lean, Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement

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Business Manager - Manufacturing & Engineering

Production Shift Manager

Location: Bradford

Initially 8am - 5pm, will move to 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm

Elevation Recruitment are working with a fast-paced manufacturer who are looking for a couple of experienced, hands-on Production Shift Managers, to oversee manufacturing activities, drive standards, identify continuous improvement / lean opportunities and ensure operational excellence across the board.

About the Role:

As the Production Shift Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of daily, weekly, and monthly production targets against contractual demands. With line management responsibility for Production Operatives, your focus will be on achieving production volumes whilst controlling waste, machinery parameters, people management duties and reporting into the Production Manager.

Key Responsibilities of the Shift Production Manager include:

• Leading shift production operations across multiple manufacturing lines
• Manage production arrears and ensure OTIF (on-time, in-full) for customer order fulfilment with a Right First Time mentality
• Drive optimal performance of people, processes, and equipment in line with production targets, safety standards, quality expectations, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Ensure appropriate workforce levels based on production demand
• Identify opportunities for Lean activities and continuous improvement opportunities
• Promote a Health & Safety culture with adherence to company standards
• Promote a positive, productive working environment, leading by example and operating on the line if necessary

About You:

We’re looking capable and confident Production Shift Leaders with a proven background in production or manufacturing management, ideally within a continuous flow or high volume / high rate setting. You'll be able to example your people management skills to drive operational standards and performance, with some examples of CI/Lean improvements that you have delivered.

• Previous experience leading teams in a fasted paced manufacturing / production environment - driving quality and production output
• A good knowledge of HSE standards
• A level of mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and rectify machinery or production issues
• A natural leader with a track record of motivating and developing teams
• Any qualifications or training around Lean, Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement will benefit your application

Ready to take the lead in a fast-paced, growing manufacturing environment?

Apply now or contact Emma Bartholomew or Jonny Powell directly to learn more about this opportunity.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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