Production Shift Manager: Lead Lean Manufacturing (4on/4off)

Manucomm Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A large manufacturing business in Bridgwater seeks a Production Shift Manager to lead their production team. The ideal candidate has proven experience in production management and a strong understanding of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles. Responsibilities include managing team performance, ensuring safety and quality standards, and driving efficiency initiatives. The role offers a salary of up to £60,000, shift holidays, and additional benefits such as mental health support and a Bike2Work scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary – up to £60,000 per annum

20 x 12‑hour shift holidays per year

Company‑provided uniform

Bike2Work scheme

24/7 GP access

Mental health support

Retail discounts

Fully equipped canteen with free teas and coffees

Free on‑site parking

Christmas and New Year shutdown

Pension – 4% employer / 5% employee contributions

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production or manufacturing management role.
• Strong understanding of Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• A hands‑on, mechanically minded leader with excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Strong track record in people management, including performance development and training.
• A proactive, safety‑first approach to operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead your shift team to deliver the daily production schedule.
• Ensure production is carried out safely and quality standards are met.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage and develop your team, focusing on training and growth.
• Track and achieve departmental KPIs.

Skills

Production management experience

Continuous Improvement (CI)

Lean Manufacturing principles

Troubleshooting skills

People management

Safety-first approach

Job description

A large manufacturing business in Bridgwater seeks a Production Shift Manager to lead their production team. The ideal candidate has proven experience in production management and a strong understanding of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles. Responsibilities include managing team performance, ensuring safety and quality standards, and driving efficiency initiatives. The role offers a salary of up to £60,000, shift holidays, and additional benefits such as mental health support and a Bike2Work scheme.