Production Shift Manager

Zest; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drinks manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Production Shift Manager to lead and motivate a team of 50. This role involves ensuring high production standards, compliance with safety regulations, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have experience in FMCG, strong leadership skills, and a passion for developing their team. Flexible working hours are available with substantial opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume FMCG environment.
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Solid understanding of GMP, H&S, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Coaching a new team leader.
• Working with engineers to maintain production lines.
• Driving performance and compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team building

Job description

Overview

Imagine stepping into a factory where the buzz of production lines never stops, where bottles and cans are rolling off at pace, and where your decisions directly shape what ends up on supermarket shelves. Now imagine doing that in a business that's not standing still – going through an exciting period of change, with opportunities opening up for people who want to grow with it. That's the reality on offer here. We are exclusively working with a long-established drinks manufacturer investing heavily in their future. They are looking for a Production Shift Manager to lead a team of around 50 people, inspire confidence on the shop floor, and ensure every shift runs smoothly, safely, and to the highest standard.

This is a role for someone who loves leading from the front. You'll set the pace, keep things moving, and ensure quality always comes first. It’s also about people – building a motivated, multi-skilled team that pulls together, solves problems, and takes pride in what they produce.

What you’ll do

• Coaching a new team leader through their first week
• Working with engineers to get a line back up and running
• Spotting a smarter way of doing things and making it happen
• Helping to shape a new product line as the business grows
• Driving performance, continuous improvement, and right-first-time quality
• Ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards

It’s fast, it’s varied, and it matters.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a high-volume FMCG environment (drinks, bottling, or canning would be ideal)
• Strong leadership skills and the confidence to make decisions under pressure
• An eye for continuous improvement, a commitment to safety, and a genuine passion for developing people
• Strong leadership and people management experience in a food or drinks manufacturing environment
• Solid understanding of GMP, H&S, and quality standards
• A proven track record of driving performance and implementing improvements
• Energy, adaptability, and the desire to grow with a business in transition

Shift pattern

4 on 4 off (rotating)

Rewards and progression

In return, you’ll be part of a business that values its people and understands this period of transition is just the beginning. There are real opportunities to progress, learn new skills, and grow your career as the company continues to invest and evolve.

If you’re ready to be more than just a manager – to be a key player in a business that’s on the move – we’d love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact Shaf Islam on (URL removed).

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