Shift Manager

Humdinger; Wirral; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Humdinger seeks an experienced Shift Manager for its Bromborough site. This role involves managing shift performance, ensuring health and safety, and driving continuous improvement in a thriving FMCG environment. The successful candidate will lead a diverse team, ensuring high standards and efficient operations.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension (4% Employer Contributions)

Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary

Health Care Cash Plan

Holiday Purchase, Cycle to Work, and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Family-friendly policies including Maternity and Paternity leave

Annual engagement calendar covering activities promoting diversity

Company Wellbeing initiatives including Wellbeing Week

Access to staff shops with exclusive discounts

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar Shift Manager or Production Manager role.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing teams.
• Demonstrated success in driving operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of around 30 operators and 2 Supervisors across processing and packing.
• Manage day-to-day operations including shift handovers and KPIs.
• Drive performance ensuring output targets are met.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

People Management

Job description

Humdinger, Bromborough CH62 3RD

Humdinger is seeking an experienced and driven Shift Manager to join our team at the Bromborough site. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in FMCG, people management, and continuous improvement to make a real impact in a fast-paced environment. As a Shift Manager at Humdinger, you will manage all aspects of your shift concerning performance, standards, health & safety, food safety & quality, continuous improvement, and people management.

Position type: Full time, permanent

Hours: 40 per week, Monday to Friday (no weekends)

Shift Pattern: 3-week rotating shifts (AM, PM, Nights)

Pay range: £44,211 per annum

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead a team of around 30 operators and 2 Supervisors across processing and packing during your shift.
2. Manage day-to-day operations including shift handovers, KPIs, and labour planning.
3. Drive performance and ensure output targets and labour variances are met.
4. Lead and deliver improvement projects to remove bottlenecks and boost efficiency.
5. Promote a culture of continuous improvement using lean tools and methodologies.
6. Champion high standards of GMP, food safety, and health & safety.
7. Support the development and training of team members.
8. Proven experience in a similar Shift Manager or Production Manager role.
9. Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing teams.
10. Demonstrated success in delivering improvement projects and driving operational efficiency.
11. CI/Lean Six Sigma training or experience (preferred).
12. Background in FMCG or food manufacturing (preferred).
13. A proactive, results-driven mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Benefits include:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension (4% Employer Contributions).
• Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary.
• Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling cover), along with access to Paycare Perks for exclusive high street and retailer discounts.
• Holiday Purchase, Cycle to Work, and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria).
• Family-friendly policies including Maternity and Paternity leave above the statutory minimum.
• Annual engagement calendar covering activities and educational events promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Participation in local community support activities, volunteering, and fundraising with company-matched sponsorship.
• Company Wellbeing initiatives including Wellbeing Week, Menopause Support Group, and Mental Health First Aid.
• Access to staff shops with exclusive discounts.
• Monthly employee recognition via the ‘Zertus Values Awards’.
• Referral rewards for recruiting friends.
• Training and development opportunities, including leadership courses, external qualifications, and professional memberships.
• Engagement with GroceryAid.

At Humdinger, we transform coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into delectable snacks and chocolates for our own labels and renowned brands. With a growing portfolio, we are committed to quality and continuous product innovation. You might have enjoyed our products before, perhaps without realizing it!

Located in Heckington, Sherburn in Elmet, and Bromborough, we are part of the Zertus UK & Ireland Snacking & Chocolate Market Unit, collaborating with other esteemed food manufacturers nationwide. Join us on a flavorful journey where innovation, quality, and passion for snacking come together. Our brands include NOMO, Sun Valley Nuts, Kinnerton Kids, The Fruit Factory, Yum & Yay, Humzingers, and collaborations with Bailey's, Guinness, and Budweiser.

Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Your application will be reviewed as part of our selection process. If shortlisted, a member of our Recruitment or HR team will contact you by phone or email (please check your junk mail). If you proceed, your application will be shared with the hiring manager for further review. If selected, you will be invited to a two-stage interview process.

Please inform us if you require any special arrangements or adjustments for your interview by contacting the Talent Acquisition team at the application stage. This information is covered by data protection laws and will be used solely to facilitate necessary accommodations.