Production Shift Manager

TipTopJob; Telford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing business in Telford is seeking a Production Shift Manager. This role involves overseeing daily production, leading teams, and ensuring product quality. The ideal candidate will have experience in food manufacturing and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a chance to work with state-of-the-art machinery, contributing to a culture of innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing business.
• Strong leadership skills with track record of team development.
• Excellent organisation, time management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Collaborative mindset focused on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production plans and ensure resource optimisation.
• Develop strategies for efficient order management.
• Analyse performance data for process improvement.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions.
• Monitor product quality and line efficiency.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Knowledge of food safety practices

Job description

Overview

Production Shift Manager Required In Telford, Shropshire. We are proud to be working with a leading food manufacturing business in Telford to help them recruit a Production Shift Manager on a straight permanent basis.

The hiring manager is specifically looking for someone who has a proven management background from within the Food Manufacturing industry, and someone who lives within a 25 mile radius of Telford, Shropshire.

This role will be working Monday to Friday (39.5 hours per week), and the role comes with a starting annual salary of A GBP 50,000 per annum, which will have the opportunity to rise after probation.

This will be a 2 stage interview process, with the first stage consisting of a numeracy and literacy assessment on site in Telford, Shropshire.

This job would be a great fit for someone who has previously worked as a Production Manager, Shift Manager, Senior Production Manager, Production Operations Manager or Manufacturing Manager within the Food Manufacturing Industry.

What You Will Do

• Oversee daily production plans to ensure equipment and resources are optimised for smooth operations.
• Develop strategies to manage orders efficiently and address challenges effectively.
• Analyse performance data to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Troubleshoot ongoing production issues and implement solutions.
• Monitor product quality and line efficiency, driving continuous improvements.
• Lead projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to production standards.

What You Will Bring

• Experience in a food manufacturing business
• Strong leadership skills, with a track record of team development and performance management.
• Excellent organisation, time management, and multi:tasking abilities.
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of food safety and manufacturing practices (HACCP, GMP) is advantageous.

This company operates with distinct values of determination, quality, integrity, and teamwork, ensuring that every team member contributes to achieving exceptional results. As a Production Shift Manager, youll play a key role in ensuring smooth production processes and delivering high:quality products to customers. The company is committed to pushing boundaries and driving innovation, offering a unique opportunity to work with state:of:the:art, fully automated machinery that sets them apart in the industry.

Location:
This role is based in Telford, Shropshire

Interested?

If youre ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference, dont miss this opportunity. Apply now to become a Production Shift Manager and be part of a company that values your skills and dedication

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