Production Shift Manager

Snowfox Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food company in the UK is seeking a Production Shift Manager to lead a team of supervisors and ensure production targets are met. Responsibilities include managing production schedules, promoting continuous improvement, and adhering to health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in production management, strong leadership skills, and a background in improving production KPIs. This role offers opportunities for career growth and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Private Medical Cash Plan

50% off food

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production management or supervisory roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience in monitoring and improving production KPIs using LEAN tools.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with various departments.
• In-depth understanding of Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of supervisors to deliver production output.
• Develop and monitor production schedules.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety practices.
• Monitor key production performance indicators.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Job description

Overview

The Production Shift Manager is responsible for leading a team of 5-6 supervisors on a shift pattern, working alongside an equivalent manager on the opposite shift to ensure daily production targets are met. This role involves ensuring the efficient and cost-effective delivery of production output while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and maintaining high standards in safety, quality, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of supervisors to deliver production output in line with the daily plan.
• Develop and monitor production schedules, ensuring efficient and cost-effective use of labour by coordinating the activities of operators.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager to promote a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging staff to generate ideas for process improvements.
• Ensure the timely and accurate recording of any damage to buildings or equipment.
• Attend monthly Health & Safety Committee meetings (as applicable to the shift schedule).
• Conduct monthly Health & Safety staff briefings based on any issues or accidents that may have occurred.
• Oversee accident and near-miss reporting, ensuring all forms are completed correctly, and appropriate evidence is gathered at the time of the incident.
• Ensure all team members adhere to relevant Health & Safety practices, such as wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Manage risk assessments for any changes to line layouts or configurations before implementation.
• Monitor and manage key production performance indicators (KPIs) using LEAN tools to improve areas such as labour utilisation, OEE, standard cost variance, downtime, and waste.
• Ensure product quality, operator safety, and hygiene standards are consistently maintained.
• Work closely with production scheduling teams to ensure production plans are aligned and achievable.
• Lead, motivate, and monitor the performance of all team members on your shift, ensuring their attendance, conduct, and performance meet company standards.
• Provide strong leadership by demonstrating best practices and making key decisions on the shop floor to positively impact site performance.
• Support the development of team members through skills planning, coaching, training, and performance management, in consultation with the Production Manager and the Learning & Development Coordinator, to meet both company and individual goals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production management or supervisory roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team effectively.
• Experience in monitoring and improving production KPIs using LEAN tools and other performance management systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with various departments.
• In-depth understanding of Health & Safety regulations and practices.
• Ability to make quick decisions and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.

What we offer

• Opportunity to grow your career alongside with us with available apprentice program
• Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
• Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance
• Discretionary Life Assurance
• Discretionary Income Protection
• Group Personal Pension
• Private Medical Cash Plan
• Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts.
• 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends.
• Contribute towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives that delivers progress against 9 UN sustainability goals. We're committed to responsibly sourcing and all our seafood, therefore we only use source sustainable fish. All our packaging is recyclable and 80% of our packaging is already made from recycled plastic.
• Annual Awards ceremony celebrating our success and offering winning Managers free trips to Japan.

About us

Come roll with us and be part of something big. Celebrate global success across:

• Over 1500 retail kiosks globally (YO!, Panku, Mai Taiko Snowfox & Bento)
• Our Taiko manufacturing and distribution centre
• 63 YO! restaurants
• 50 major retail partners
• 3700 locations globally From Hawaii to Aberdeen

Our Values

• Own it, Care About it, Make it Exceptional, Win Together

Ready to Roll?

Come roll with us and play a key role by bringing people together to celebrate better food for everyone the Japanese way...