Shift Coordinator

TN United Kingdom; Long Sutton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Shift Coordinator to lead a dedicated team in maximizing production efficiency. This role involves managing night shift operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, effectively managing resources while achieving production goals. With a focus on team development and operational excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

14.5% pension contribution

Flexible holiday options

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Critical illness cover

Learning and development opportunities

Potential participation in a corporate incentive scheme

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development and performance.
• Proficient in planning and managing resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage night shift operations and ensure production targets are met.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Leadership and self-management

Results delivery

Problem solving and decision making

Planning and organizing

Cost reduction initiatives

IT literacy

Management and leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Shift Coordinator

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About Princes

The Princes Group has over 7,000 employees with offices and production sites across the UK, Netherlands, Italy, Poland, France, and Mauritius. We manufacture a variety of food and drink products that are responsibly sourced and enjoyed daily. We strive to be an employer of choice, fostering pride and representation among our colleagues.

Role Description

Job Purpose: Lead and support the team to ensure maximum utilization of resources and equipment for efficient production of Right First Time products. Deputise for the Shift Operations Manager as required. Achieve these within the company's quality, safety, and environmental frameworks while developing a team-oriented and continuous improvement culture.

Responsibilities

1. Manage night shift operations (Monday - Thursday, 22:00 - 06:00; Friday, 18:00 - 00:00).
2. Support an end-to-end team, proactively managing to meet daily and weekly production plans, aligning with growth strategies.
3. Promote a culture of positive behaviors and values to enable team responsiveness.
4. Maintain operational flexibility and efficient use of resources, including engineering, logistics, and technical support.
5. Ensure the safety of personnel and products.
6. Focus on short to medium-term planning (weeks 1 to 4).
7. Operate effectively within a unionised environment, driving continuous improvement to achieve 'best in class'.
8. Build strong relationships with team members, peers, and colleagues.
9. Model and promote the right values and behaviors.
10. Embed supply chain strategies across the team and department.
11. Ensure compliance with company and site processes and procedures.
12. Manage budgets and support capital expenditure projects.
13. Foster a culture of continuous improvement across the site.
14. Maintain food safety, legality, integrity, authenticity, and quality standards by adhering to policies and procedures.

Role Requirements

Knowledge

• Effective communication
• Teamwork
• Leadership and self-management
• Results delivery
• Problem solving and decision making
• Planning and organizing
• Cost reduction initiatives

Skills

• IT literacy
• Management and leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills

Competencies

• I.O.S.H.H. awareness
• Food Safety Level 3
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures

Benefits

• 26 days annual leave
• 14.5% pension contribution
• Flexible holiday options (buy 5 additional days/year)
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Critical illness cover
• Learning and development opportunities
• Potential participation in a corporate incentive scheme