Shift Manager (Food)

Escape; Inverkeithing; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing food manufacturing client in Fife is seeking an experienced Shift Manager to oversee production shifts and ensure quality standards. The successful candidate will have a strong background in FMCG management, with a focus on leading continuous improvement initiatives. This role provides an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving business with two shift options available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a management role within FMCG is essential.
• Experience of delivering on KPI's.
• Background in lean manufacturing/continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver on Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Deliver a competent production team through identification of skills gaps.
• Lead continuous improvement activities to improve processes and organization.

Skills

Management experience in FMCG

Delivering on KPI's

Lean manufacturing background

Continuous improvement initiatives

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Shift Manager to work with our growing food manufacturing client based in Fife. This position has come about due to growth within the facility & the main duties will be to manage the shift ensuring that all products are produced to the specifications and that target and deadlines are met. There are two roles available and one is on dayshift and the other a dayshift/backshift.

The Candidate

• Previous experience in a management role within FMCG is essential
• Experience of delivering on KPI's
• Assist in site strategy projects
• Background in lean manufacturing/continuous improvement initiatives

The role

• Lead and deliver on Continuous Improvement initiatives
• To deliver a competent production team through the identification of skills gaps and the delivery of training.
• To lead continuous improvement activities within the factory to improve processes and workplace organisation.
• To promote and monitor within the team the adherence to Quality standards

This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving business