Production Shift Manager

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Production Shift Manager to lead a busy food manufacturing team. This role involves hands-on leadership of a large operational team, driving efficiency and productivity while fostering a positive work environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in food manufacturing and a knack for improving processes without relying on traditional methods. Enjoy generous benefits including 6 weeks of holiday, discounts, and a subsidised canteen. If you're ready to make a real impact in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

6 weeks holiday

Various discounts

Subsidised canteen

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in leading large operational teams in food manufacturing.
• Ability to improve processes and reduce waste effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 70-80 in a busy food production department.
• Make decisions, coach staff, and improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Process Improvement

Team Management

Communication

Job description

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Production Shift Manager, Northamptonshire

Client:

The Sterling Choice

Location:

Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

Production Shift Manager

Food Manufacturing

Northamptonshire

You're either good at leading people, or you're not.

If you’re the former — and by “good,” I mean someone who can spot a problem, fix it, and bring the team along for the ride without turning into David Brent — then keep reading.

This business is looking for a Department Manager to run the show on the late shift in one of their busiest food production departments. It's not a boring job, and it's definitely not one for clipboard-huggers.

You’ll be leading around 70-80 people. Not from behind a desk, but actually out there, where the food meets the tech and things need to keep moving. You’ll need to make decisions, spot inefficiencies, coach people, and improve processes.

And no — you don’t need to be a Lean Six Sigma Jedi. But if you’ve got ideas on how to run a tight ship, reduce waste, and actually implement them without a PowerPoint, they’ll probably love you.

They’re not looking for someone to babysit. They want a leader. Someone who knows how to get people performing at their best and isn’t afraid of tough conversations.

Ideally, you've done this kind of thing in food manufacturing before — so if you've managed a large operational team in a fast-paced environment, they'll want to hear from you.

What’s in it for you?

Aside from the obvious stuff like a proper salary, there’s 6 weeks holiday, various discounts, a subsidised canteen (hot food, not limp sandwiches), and solid career progression. Also: parking. Free.

And yes, it’s a late shift. But if you’re the right person, there’s flexibility in it. No 3am starts or vampire hours unless that’s your thing.

The Process:

There’ll be a video chat first, then an on-site tour and a competency interview. Nothing scary, no trick questions — just a proper conversation to see if this is right for both of you.

So — if you’re the kind of person who can actually lead (not just “manage”), and you’ve got the energy, resilience, and know-how to handle a fast-moving operation, we should talk.

No buzzwords. No fluff. Just a proper job, with real impact.

Click apply or give me a call — whichever feels less painful.