Production Shift Manager - Days

Henderson Brown Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £50,000–£55,000

10% Annual Bonus

Permanent, full-time position

4 on-4 off days 6am-6pm

Job summary

Henderson Brown Recruitment invites applications for an experienced Shift Manager at a market-leading food manufacturer in the UK. You will own a busy production shift, lead a large team of operatives and technicians, and deliver targets while upholding food safety and quality standards.

The role involves overseeing Production Team Leaders, working across Engineering, Planning, Technical and Logistics to sustain 4 on-4 off days, 6am–6pm, and supporting long-term career development.

Qualifications

• Previous shift management experience in food manufacturing/FMCG or fast-paced production.
• Experience leading Team Leaders and large operational teams.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, Quality and Food Safety.
• Experience improving performance, efficiency or productivity.
• Confident decision maker who develops people.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Production Team Leaders and shift teams.
• Deliver production plans safely, on time and to quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and reduce waste.
• Manage labour, productivity and shift performance.
• Coach, develop and motivate your team.
• Manage performance, attendance and people development.

Skills

Shift management

Leadership

People management

Health & Safety

Quality & Food Safety

Lean/CI

Job description

Are you an experienced Shift Manager looking to join a successful food manufacturer where you can genuinely make a difference?

We're recruiting for a market-leading manufacturer supplying many of the UK's biggest retailers and brands. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a busy production shift, lead a large team and play a key role in driving performance, safety and continuous improvement.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll manage Production Team Leaders and oversee a team of around 55 Operatives and Technicians. You'll be responsible for delivering production targets, developing your people and ensuring the highest standards of food safety, quality and operational performance.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and developing Production Team Leaders and shift teams.
• Delivering production plans safely, on time and to quality standards.
• Driving continuous improvement and reducing waste.
• Managing labour, productivity and shift performance.
• Coaching, developing and motivating your team.
• Managing performance, attendance and people development.
• Working closely with Engineering, Planning, Technical and Logistics.
• Maintaining excellent Health & Safety and Food Safety standards.

What we're looking for

• Previous Shift Management experience within food manufacturing, FMCG or a fast-paced production environment.
• Experience leading Team Leaders and large operational teams.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, Quality and Food Safety.
• Experience improving performance, efficiency or productivity.
• A confident decision maker who enjoys developing people.

Desirable

• IOSH or NEBOSH.
• HACCP or Food Safety qualifications.
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.
• Experience within an automated manufacturing environment.

What's on offer

• Salary of £50,000 - £55,000
• 10% Annual Bonus
• Permanent, full-time position.
• 4 on - 4 0ff days - 6am - 6pm
• Excellent long-term career development opportunities.

Join a growing business that invests in its people and promotes from within.

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