Production Shift Team Manager (days)

Valeo Foods UK; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension up to 10%

Death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Retailer discount platform

Staff discount

Job summary

Valeo Foods UK is seeking a Day Shift Team Manager in Blackpool to lead production operations from 6am–2pm or 2pm–10pm. You will manage operators and technicians, drive adherence to schedules, and ensure GMP and safety compliance across shifts.

The role requires proven leadership in manufacturing, strong problem-solving, and excellent communication to foster a collaborative, efficient team focused on achieving targets in a fast-paced confectionery environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in manufacturing, preferably confectionery.
• Solid knowledge of GMP, health & safety, and food safety regulations.
• Proven ability to lead in fast-paced production environments.
• Strong problem-solving and target-driven mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work across departments and manage competing priorities.
• IT familiarity with common production software.
• Able to work alone or as part of a team under pressure.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety legislation.
• Aptitude to develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of production operators, technicians, and support staff.
• Ensure production schedules are followed and targets met.
• Identify and resolve operational issues to minimize downtime.
• Promote continuous improvement and quality standards.
• Maintain GMP and safety compliance through audits and checks.
• Foster effective communication across shifts and departments.

Skills

Leadership

GMP knowledge

Health & Safety knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team management

Cross-functional teamwork

IT skills

Job description

Company Description

At Valeo Foods UK we bring together a family of much-loved UK food brands supported by the scale and ambition of a global investment partner. From Kettle’s bold crunch to Rowse’s natural sweetness, through to Matthew Walker and Barratt Sweets, our portfolio blends heritage, craft and category-leading innovation.

Alongside our branded portfolio, we are also one of the UK’s largest suppliers of private label products, partnering with major retailers to deliver quality and category expertise that meets the needs of millions of households every week.

As a business, we’re on a journey of transformation. We’re strengthening our operations, driving quality and investing in our people. It’s an exciting, fast-moving environment where heritage meets new thinking, and where every colleague contributes to shaping the future of food across the UK.

Join us and play your part in building the next chapter of some of Britain’s most loved brands.

Job Description

Day Shift Team Manager

Monday to Friday (6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm alternating) – Blackpool.

We have a new role at Valeo Foods in Blackpool, the heart of confectionery magic! We're on the lookout for a passionate and driven Day Shift Team Manager to join our production crew and help us sprinkle some sparkle onto our operations.

People Management

• Lead and supervise a team of production operators, technicians, and support staff within the designated area.
• Foster a positive team culture by providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Oversee training and development to ensure staff are fully trained and compliant with company procedures and the plant is manned correctly to cover absence, holidays, etc.
• Ensure effective communication across shifts and between departments to maintain smooth operations.

Production & Process Management

• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring adherence to production schedules and operational targets.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.
• Optimize processes for continuous improvement, ensuring adherence to production timelines and quality standards.

GMP & Safety Compliance

• Ensure all operations comply with GMP standards, health, safety regulations, and food safety policies.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of the production area to ensure cleanliness, safety, and quality.

Qualifications

Key Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food or confectionery industry.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, health & safety, and food safety regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead teams effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to drive results against set targets.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative work environment.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• IT and PC knowledge – able to use widespread functions within relevant software.
• Ability to work alone, or as part of a team with the ability to work quickly and under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety legislation.
• An aptitude to develop new skills.

Additional Information

What we offer you in return

• Matched pension scheme up to 10%
• Death in service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retailer discount platform
• Staff discount
• And plenty more!