Shift Manager

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South Wales manufacturer is seeking a Shift Manager to oversee production operations and drive improvements within a high-performance environment. You will play a key role in managing a team, ensuring safety, quality, and output are achieved while fostering a proactive health and safety culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

5% pension

Cash healthcare plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in shift or production management.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety.
• Experience with lean or continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations across production, engineering, and quality.
• Manage workflow, resources, and equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Health and Safety Knowledge

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Job description

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Shift Manager – Advance Your Career with a Leading South Wales Manufacturer

Why Apply?

Join a major South Wales brand, where you’ll test your leadership skills in a fast-paced, high-performance manufacturing environment.

Grow & Progress

Access a dedicated in-house learning and development team, focused on supporting your professional growth.

Own Your Shift

Take full operational responsibility with real influence over production, people, and performance.

Drive Improvement

Lead continuous improvement initiatives that shape the future of the site and business.

What You’ll Be Doing

As Shift Manager, you’ll lead a team of production operatives, ensuring smooth and efficient shift operations. You’ll coordinate safety, quality, and output – while keeping costs and waste to a minimum.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead shift operations across production, engineering, and quality
• Manage workflow, resources, and equipment to hit output and quality targets
• Communicate clearly with other Shift Managers to ensure seamless handovers
• Prepare and present detailed shift reports for senior management
• Champion a proactive health, safety, and environmental culture
• Drive CI projects and promote a high-performance mindset across the team

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience in shift or production management within manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements
• Demonstrable experience with lean or continuous improvement practices

What You’ll Get

• Bonus: Up to 15%
• Benefits: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, 5% pension, and cash healthcare plan

About the Employer

A recognised brand across South Wales, the UK, and Europe. The business is known for its stability, long-term investment in the region, and career development opportunities.

How to Apply

Click apply or contact our office, quoting ref 4567, Shift Manager.