Shift Leader: Bulk Cheese & Whey Production

Dale Farm; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dale Farm is seeking a Shift Manager for Bulk Cheese & Whey to lead a production team and drive operational excellence in a FMCG setting. You will report to the Bulk Cheese & Whey Production Manager and oversee day-to-day operations, delivery of targets and food safety compliance.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years in a dairy/food manufacturing environment, with Level 3 Food Hygiene and HACCP certifications, and proven leadership with lean improvement experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ recent relevant experience in FMCG manufacturing/production.
• Proven track record in food safety and quality assurance.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cheese manufacturing operations on shift to ensure efficiency.
• Develop and empower the team to own responsibilities and improve attendance.
• Prepare daily/weekly status updates and KPI reports for the Production Manager.
• Ensure products meet customer specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain hygiene controls and support food safety/audit readiness.
• Support lean initiatives and use root cause analysis and standard work.
• Ensure accurate stock control and minimize waste and downtime.
• Uphold health and safety regulations and site safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team management

MS Office

Education

Science or Food Technology degree

Food Hygiene Level 3

HACCP Level 3

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Dale Farm is seeking a Shift Manager for Bulk Cheese & Whey to lead a production team and drive operational excellence in a FMCG setting. You will report to the Bulk Cheese & Whey Production Manager and oversee day-to-day operations, delivery of targets and food safety compliance.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years in a dairy/food manufacturing environment, with Level 3 Food Hygiene and HACCP certifications, and proven leadership with lean improvement experience.