Production Shift Manager

Transcriptionlive; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruitment agency is looking for a Production Shift Manager to lead production teams in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of management experience and a strong understanding of lean principles. This role features a double day shift rotation, competitive salary, and various benefits including private medical cover and performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

£45,000 annual salary

Up to 6% employer pension contributions

Private medical cover

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Performance-based bonus scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years management experience in FMCG or manufacturing.
• Proven track record of team development.
• Experience in lean principles and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate production teams to achieve results.
• Drive lean processes and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safe working practices.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Management

Team Development

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

IOSH Certification

Management Qualification

Job description

Overview

Baltic Recruitment are delighted to be working with our long-standing, market-leading manufacturing client to recruit a Production Shift Manager. This is your chance to join an established business where your leadership will directly shape success on the production floor.

The Role

As a Conversion Shift Manager, you'll take ownership of shop floor performance, leading production teams to deliver against key targets across safety, quality, service, cost, and reliability. You'll use lean management techniques to streamline processes, reduce waste, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This is a double day shift rotation role (06.00-14.00 / 14.00-22.00), giving you the opportunity to lead across different teams and times of the day, ensuring smooth and efficient operations throughout. Working closely with colleagues across planning, procurement, and technical functions, you'll ensure operational excellence and champion initiatives that support the long-term plant development.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, motivate, and develop production teams to achieve outstanding results.
• Drive lean processes, waste reduction, and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure safe working practices, compliance, and positive team culture.
• Deliver on-time, in-full customer orders while maintaining high quality standards.
• Optimise production planning and resource management to minimise downtime.
• Work with OEM partners, suppliers, and stakeholders to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Manage performance reviews, training, and succession planning for your teams.

Key Requirements

• At least 2 years' management experience in a fast-paced FMCG or manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills with a proven track record of team development.
• A sound understanding of lean principles and experience delivering continuous improvement projects.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to make clear, effective decisions.
• IOSH certification or equivalent.
• A management qualification would be an advantage.

The Package

• £45,000 per annum.
• Double day shift role with potential to go to 3 shifts during busy periods.
• Up to 6% employer pension contributions.
• Private medical cover.
• 4x death in service cover.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Performance-based bonus scheme.

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