Production Shift Manager

Gi Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Production Shift Manager in Manchester to oversee the Bakery or Packaging department. This managerial role involves leading a team, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to foster a positive team environment. This is a permanent position offering full-time hours in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Opportunities for leadership development

Supportive team culture

Recognition and engagement

Qualifications

• Proven ability to coach, lead, and inspire teams.
• Experience in manufacturing or food production environments.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build respectful relationships.

Responsibilities

• Leading, managing, and developing a team of Tech Ops and agency staff.
• Ensuring compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental standards.
• Driving continuous improvement projects to boost performance and efficiency.

Skills

Team leadership

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Planning and organization

PC literacy (MS Office, SAP)

Flexibility

Job description

Are you a natural leader with a passion for driving performance, safety, and quality? We're looking for Shift Team Managers to take charge of either our Bakery or Packaging department, ensuring operations run smoothly, efficiently, and effectively.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, where continuous improvement and people development are at the heart of everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Leading, managing, and developing a team of Tech Ops and agency staff
• Ensuring compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental standards
• Maintaining food safety, integrity, and quality across all products
• Managing costs, materials, and waste to meet budget targets
• Motivating and training your team to deliver outstanding results
• Driving continuous improvement projects to boost performance and efficiency
• Upholding hygiene and GMP standards to ensure audit readiness every day

Qualifications

• Proven ability to coach, lead, and inspire teams
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build respectful relationships
• Experience in manufacturing or food production environments
• Excellent planning, organisation, and problem‑solving skills
• PC literacy (MS Office, SAP)
• Flexibility to meet the demands of a dynamic production environment

Benefits

• A chance to lead a key department in a thriving business
• Opportunities to develop your leadership skills and progress your career
• Be part of a supportive team culture that values recognition and engagement

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Job Info

• Job Title: Production Shift Manager
• Company: Gi Group
• Location: (not specified)
• Posted: (not specified)
• Closes: Jan 27th 2026
• Sector: Manufacturing & Surveying
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time