Senior Shift Manager

Pin Point Recruitment; Washington; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Shift Manager to lead and manage operations within the Press Shop in Washington. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement, manage teams, and ensure high-quality production while achieving operational targets. A Level 5 qualification in Operations Management is required, along with proven supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Competitive salary of up to £63,600 per annum offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 5 (or equivalent) in Operations Management or a related field.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or frontline management role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of QCDMS, continuous improvement tools, and KPI management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day press shop operations to achieve targets across quality, cost, delivery, safety, and morale.
• Manage and develop supervisors and operators through coaching, mentoring, and structured performance reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence using QCDMS principles.
• Ensure effective shift planning, manpower management, and compliance with safety and HR processes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver departmental and strategic objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

KPI management

Education

Level 5 in Operations Management or equivalent

Job description

Senior Shift Manager

Salary: Up to £63,600 per annum

Location: Washington

The Role

You’ll lead and manage a shift within the Press Shop, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality operations. The role carries full accountability for achieving key operational KPIs, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a proactive, performance‑driven culture across your team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day press shop operations to achieve targets across quality, cost, delivery, safety, and morale.
• Manage and develop supervisors and operators through coaching, mentoring, and structured performance reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence using QCDMS principles.
• Ensure effective shift planning, manpower management, and compliance with safety and HR processes.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to deliver departmental and strategic objectives.

About You

• Qualified to Level 5 (or equivalent) in Operations Management or a related field.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or frontline management role within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of QCDMS, continuous improvement tools, and KPI management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Confident in managing people, processes, and performance to deliver results.

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