Shift Leader

Chesterfield Poultry Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance £100/week

Job summary

Chesterfield Poultry Ltd in Doncaster (UK) is seeking a Shift Manager to support the Production Manager in overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

You will supervise production floor activities, monitor KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime), coordinate with Quality Assurance, dispatch and maintenance teams, and train staff on SOPs and safety procedures. Rotating shifts with weekend work during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field.
• 3–5 years experience in food manufacturing and dispatch operations.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP and ISO/FSSC standards.
• Shift patterns and weekend work as required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities on the floor.
• Monitor targets (volume, OEE, yield, efficiency) and adjust schedules.
• Coordinate with QA, dispatch and maintenance teams.
• Train staff on SOPs and safety procedures.
• Manage attendance, discipline and performance issues.
• Prepare daily/weekly performance summaries.
• Oversee line leaders and dispatch operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Food safety

Education

Bachelor of Science in Food Science

Food Technology

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing/Production Engineering

Job description

A Shift Manager in food manufacturing supports the Production Manager in overseeing daily manufacturing operations to ensure products are made safely, efficiently, on time, and within quality standards. Production Operations

• Supervise daily production activities on the floor.
• Ensure production targets (volume, OEE, yield, efficiency) are met.
• Monitor workflow and adjust schedules as needed.
• Reduce downtime and improve productivity.
• Food Safety & Quality Compliance Ensure compliance with:
• HACCP
• GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• FDA/local food regulations
• ISO/FSSC standards (if applicable)
• Monitor hygiene, sanitation, and CCPs (Critical Control Points)
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance teams
• Team Management
• Supervise line leaders and production staff and Dispatch Operations.
• Conduct shift briefings.
• Train employees on SOPs and safety procedures.
• Handle attendance, discipline, and performance issues.
• Inventory & Materials Control
• Coordinate raw material availability.
• Minimise waste and product loss.
• Monitor packaging material usage.
• Ensure outload of materials are conducted in a timely manner to achieve on time in full KPIs.
• Equipment & Maintenance
• Ensure machinery is operating properly.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance.
• Report breakdowns and reduce production delays.
• Report shortages predicted to enable this to be managed with customers.
• Reporting & Documentation
• Maintain production reports.
• Track KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime, OTIS, waste).
• Prepare daily/weekly performance summaries.
• Manage 121s for direct line reports. Knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Leadership & people management.
• Problem-solving under pressure.
• Understanding of production & dispatch planning.
• Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Good communication skills.
• Educational Background
• Bachelor s degree in Food Science
• Food Technology
• Industrial Engineering
• Manufacturing/Production Engineering
• 3 5 years experience in food manufacturing and Dispatch Operations. Monday to Friday
• Occasional weekend work during peak seasons Shifts: 40 hours per week with one hour for lunch unpaid Rotating: 08.30 - 17.30 Week 1 11.00 - 20.00 Week 2 15.00 - Finish (1am usually) Week 3 When working 15.00 onwards shift allowance of £100 will be provided per week. CMI/ILM Level 3/5 qualification post 6 months service with huge development opportunities.