Shift Manager - Food Manufacturing

2 Sisters Food Group Limited; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Scunthorpe is seeking a Shift Manager to lead operations in the Fresh Portions department. The role requires food manufacturing experience, strong leadership skills, and certifications in safety and food handling. You will manage and develop a team to meet productivity targets while ensuring quality and compliance standards are upheld. The position offers excellent opportunities for career progression and personal development within the company.

Benefits

Career progression

Structured training and support

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts from leading retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG/Food Manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrable experience of leading and motivating a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and develop team to meet KPIs and production targets.
• Ensure adherence to World Class Manufacturing Practices.
• Drive productivity and maintain staff welfare.
• Take ownership of training and coaching of the team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Understanding of productivity

Knowledge of GMP

Education

IOSH Managing Safety Certification

Level 3 food safety

Job description

Package Description

Are you looking for your next food manufacturing management career move? Yes? Then read on, we have an excellent opportunity available for you!

2 Sisters Food Group in Scunthorpe is looking to recruit an experienced and dynamic Shift Manager to support our operations management team within our Fresh Portions department.

About The Role

Reporting to the Factory Manager, you will support the smooth running of operations across a busy fresh meat production facility. As one of two Shift Managers you will have 5 direct reports (First Line Managers), 13 indirect reports (Team Leaders) along with production staff.

You will take ownership of production line output across various lines in the cutting operation, ensuring each line operates efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and develop your team to meet daily KPIs, production targets and customer expectations.
• Always ensure adherence to World Class Manufacturing Practices and quality standards.
• Maintain strong line discipline and follow specific packing and production plans – no overpacking, no deviations.
• Drive productivity and morale while maintaining staff welfare and safety.
• Take ownership of the training, coaching, and development of your team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step up and take on more responsibility or develop in an organisation that promotes from within and nurtures talent.

About You

It’s essential that you have experience in an FMCG/Food Manufacturing environment along with demonstrable experience of leading and motivating a team.

You will hold IOSH Managing Safety Certification and level 3 food safety.

Key Skills

• Proven ability to lead, manage and motivate teams
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong understanding of productivity and performance-based operations
• Knowledge of GMP and quality standards

Why Join Us?

2 Sisters Food Group offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. With our focus on internal promotions, you can build a long-term career while contributing to the success of our leading manufacturing operations.

Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Excellent career progression with 2 Sisters Food Group
• Structured training and support for qualifications (both internal and external)
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year
• An excellent list of discounts from leading retailers (up to 50% off!)
• Further benefit details can be found here.

What now?

A full Job Description, with Person Specification is attached. We strongly suggest that you read this before applying.

Application is via CV and Covering Letter

(Applications without a Covering Letter will not be considered). Please ensure your application clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the requirements of the person specification and what you can bring to the role and company.

If you have any questions, then please contact Michael Simms (Recruitment and Resourcing Manager) at [e-mail]

We look forward to hearing from you.