Shift Manager - Food Manufacturing

Manpower UK Ltd; Chalgrove; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading labor recruiting company is seeking a skilled Shift Manager to oversee daily operations in a busy food manufacturing facility in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire. The ideal candidate will lead teams to ensure compliance with food safety standards and drive production performance. Responsibilities include supervising all production activities, coaching team members, and maintaining quality standards. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday + your birthday off

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory or shift lead experience in food manufacturing or similar fast-paced production.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and quality regulations (HACCP, GMP).
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all production activities during your shift.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, food safety, and quality standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of food safety regulations

Communication skills

Proficiency with production systems

Job description

Shift Manager – Food Manufacturing

Manpower is recruiting an experienced Shift Manager to oversee daily operations within a busy food manufacturing facility. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated leader to drive production performance, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and support a high‑performing team located Oxfordshire. Hours of work will be 6.30 am – 2.30 pm or 10.30 pm.

The Role

As Shift Manager, you'll take responsibility for production activities across assigned shifts. You'll lead teams to deliver safe, efficient, and high‑quality output, while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all production activities during your shift
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, food safety, and quality standards
• Monitor performance metrics (output, downtime, waste, labour efficiency)
• Lead, coach, and develop team members to build a high‑performance culture
• Uphold health & safety standards, investigating incidents promptly
• Conduct shift handovers and maintain accurate production records
• Troubleshoot operational issues and escalates where necessary
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, warehouse, and other departments
• Manage labour deployment, attendance, and resolve shift‑level issues
• Support audits, inspections, and training sessions
• Lead, coach and oversee 15 – 20 operatives per day

About You

• Proven supervisory or shift lead experience in food manufacturing or similar fast‑paced production
• Strong knowledge of food safety and quality regulations (HACCP, GMP)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Confidence making decisions under pressure and managing multiple priorities
• Proficiency with production systems and basic IT (Excel, ERP / MES a plus)
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Own transport is essential due to the location of the factory

Why Apply?

Competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday + your birthday off

Opportunity to shape operations in a growing food manufacturing environment

Clear progression pathways and professional development opportunities

Join a supportive team culture with a focus on safety, quality, and performance