Production Shift Manager

CV Technical; Warrington; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £45,000

Shift allowance / overtime

Continental shift pattern

12-hour shifts

22 days' holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Life assurance

Health benefits planned

Biannual pay reviews

Ongoing training and development

Career progression into senior roles

Job summary

CV Technical is recruiting for Production Shift Managers in the UK. Two roles involve leading a ~10-person production team per shift on continental pattern shifts (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off) with 12-hour rotations.

The job emphasizes safety, quality and output targets within a plastics/manufacturing environment. With a focus on driving performance and continuous improvement, you will monitor progress, manage resources, and report KPI results while supporting training and development and a clear

Qualifications

• Experience leading and motivating production teams.
• Ability to work with KPIs, performance reporting and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of ~10 operatives per shift.
• Coordinate activities to meet daily/weekly/monthly targets.
• Minimise downtime and maximise output.
• Report production progress at set points during shifts.
• Monitor machine settings to optimise quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot issues and collaborate with other departments.
• Produce KPI reports and identify performance trends.
• Drive continuous improvement across production activities.
• Ensure health, safety, housekeeping and discipline standards.
• Support training and development within the team.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Decision making under pressure

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

NEBOSH or Health & Safety qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Production Shift Manager - 2 Positions

Location: Garswood (WA)

Salary: Up to £45,000 depending on experience

Shift Pattern: Continental shift - 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off, 12-hour shifts (7am-7pm / 7pm-7am)

Industry

Manufacturing / Plastics / FMCG

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for 2 Production Shift Managers to join a growing manufacturing operation as part of an exciting period of expansion.

This is a key leadership position, responsible for overseeing a team of approximately 10 production operatives per shift, ensuring production targets are achieved safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

We are looking for an experienced Production, Manufacturing or Operations professional who can hit the ground running, drive performance and bring a strong continuous improvement mindset to the role.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Shift Manager looking to take the next step in their career, with genuine scope to progress into Senior Operations and wider leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of approximately 10 production operatives on each shift.
• Coordinate production activities to meet daily, weekly and monthly targets.
• Ensure production runs smoothly and efficiently, minimising downtime and maximising output.
• Monitor and report production progress at predetermined points throughout the shift.
• Monitor machine settings and operating parameters to optimise production quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot production and equipment issues, working with relevant departments to minimise disruption.
• Produce and maintain KPI reports, using data to identify trends and improve performance.
• Develop and implement method statements and ensure production processes are followed correctly.
• Drive continuous improvement across production, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, safety and output.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety, housekeeping and operational discipline.
• Support training and development within the production team.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure production requirements are achieved.
• Provide effective leadership, communication and performance management across the shift.

About You

• Previous experience in a Production, Manufacturing, Shift Management or Operations role.
• Experience managing and motivating production teams.
• A strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production targets.
• Experience working with KPIs, performance reporting and continuous improvement.
• The ability to troubleshoot production issues and make effective decisions under pressure.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• A hands‑on approach with the ability to hit the ground running.
• Experience within plastics, FMCG or a similar manufacturing environment would be highly advantageous.
• NEBOSH or another recognised Health & Safety qualification would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Why Join?

This is a newly created opportunity driven by business expansion, offering the successful candidates the chance to join a growing operation and make a real impact.

You will receive full training and support, with a clear development pathway and opportunities to progress into senior and operational leadership positions as the business continues to grow.

The wider production structure includes approximately 18 operatives, with the Shift Manager playing a key role in driving day‑to‑day performance and supporting the ongoing development of the department.

Package & Benefits

• Salary up to £45,000,
• Shift allowance / overtime opportunities.
• Continental shift pattern: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off.
• 12-hour shifts: 7am-7pm / 7pm-7am.
• 22 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
• Standard company pension.
• Life assurance.
• Health benefits currently being reviewed/introduction planned.
• Pay reviews every 6 months.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Genuine career progression into Senior Operations and Management roles.

The Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in speaking with experienced Shift Managers, Production Managers, Manufacturing Team Leaders or Operations professionals who are looking for a role where they can take ownership, improve performance and progress their career.

If you have a strong manufacturing background, enjoy leading teams and are motivated by targets, continuous improvement and operational excellence, this could be an excellent next step.