Shift Manager

Russell Taylor Group; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group is recruiting for an experienced Shift Manager based in Ellesmere Port. You will lead and motivate operational teams to ensure production runs safely, efficiently and to quality standards on your shift.

Responsibilities include coordinating with Maintenance and Technical teams, managing staffing and handovers, and driving continuous improvement. A strong HS&E background and proven leadership in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in Manufacturing or Industrial environments.
• Proven supervisory/shift-management experience.
• Strong HS&E understanding and leadership abilities.
• Experience leading teams in fast-paced settings.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate teams during assigned shift.
• Ensure activities meet Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality and company standards.
• Monitor performance against output, quality, efficiency, and cost targets.
• Coordinate with Maintenance/Technical teams to minimise downtime.
• Handle staffing, handovers and daily reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement across the site.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Supervisory experience

Health & Safety awareness

Leadership abilities

Problem-solving

Education

Engineering/Manufacturing qualification

Tools

Production planning systems

Job description

Vacancy Title: Shift Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Ellesmere Port

Industry: MANUFACTURING SCIENTIFIC

Salary: £49500 - £54000 per annum

Start Date: 2026-09-01

REF: J91988430

Vacancy Published: 1 day ago

Shift Manager

Ellesmere Port

£49,500 - £54,000 per annum, dependant on shift pattern - Monday to Friday

Hours are 6-2 and 2-10 or 6-2, 2-10 and 10-6

We are recruiting for an experienced Shift Manager to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Ellesmere Port.

The Role

As Shift Manager, you will lead and motivate operational teams, ensuring production activities are completed safely, efficiently and in line with quality, output and performance expectations.

You will work closely with Maintenance, Technical and other operational teams to minimise downtime, resolve issues and drive continuous improvement across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and motivate teams during your assigned shift.
• Ensure all activities are completed in line with Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality and company standards.
• Monitor operational performance against output, quality, efficiency and cost targets.
• Work closely with Maintenance and Technical teams to minimise downtime and maintain operational effectiveness.
• Manage staffing levels, shift handovers and daily operational reporting.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity and performance.
• Ensure company policies, procedures and quality standards are consistently followed.
• Respond effectively to operational issues and challenges as they arise.
• Lead, develop and support your team, including dealing with day-to-day people and HR-related matters.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within a Manufacturing, Production, Operations or Industrial environment.
• Proven experience in a Supervisory, Team Leader or Shift Management position.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety within a manufacturing or operational environment.
• Experience leading and developing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership abilities.
• Experience dealing with employee and HR-related matters.
• Flexible approach to working shifts, including nights and weekends where required.

Desirable

• Relevant Technical, Engineering, Manufacturing or Management qualification.
• Experience of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement or Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Experience working with production planning systems, KPIs and operational performance metrics.

Salary: £49,500 - £54,000 per annum, dependant on shift pattern.

If you are an experienced Shift Manager looking for your next opportunity within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd like to hear from you.

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