Shift Production Manager

TipTopJob; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Life assurance x4

Bupa healthcare

Cycle to work

Company discount

Job summary

TipTopJob in Gloucester is seeking a Shift Production Manager to lead a production team on rotating day/night shifts. You will drive performance against KPI targets, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate with Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain to optimise operations.

The role offers a £45,000–£55,000 salary plus a benefits package and a real opportunity to deliver site-wide improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience driving KPI performance and improvements.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies within FMCG/industrial settings.
• Strong communication and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead production teams across shift operations
• Drive performance against production, quality and safety KPIs
• Ensure production schedules and customer requirements are met
• Lead, motivate and develop team leaders and operators
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor labour utilisation, efficiency and costs
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance and company procedures
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain teams
• Investigate production issues and implement corrective actions

Skills

Leadership

KPI management

Continuous improvement

Communication

Health & Safety

Manufacturing experience

Job description

28285 / 611 (AR) – Shift Production Manager – Gloucester – GBP45,000 : GBP55,000 + Benefits – Working a rotating day and night shift pattern

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Shift Production Manager to join a well established manufacturing business in Gloucester.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious leader with experience in a fast:paced production environment to join a business investing heavily in its operations and future growth. Youll be responsible for leading a production team, driving operational performance, and ensuring safety, quality and productivity targets are achieved.

Role And Responsibilities

• Manage and lead production teams across shift operations
• Drive performance against production, quality and safety KPIs
• Ensure production schedules and customer requirements are met
• Lead, motivate and develop team leaders and operators
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor labour utilisation, efficiency and operational costs
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and company procedures
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain teams to optimise performance
• Investigate production issues and implement corrective actions

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• Previous experience as a Production Manager, Shift Manager, Manufacturing Manager or Operations Manager
• Strong leadership experience within a manufacturing or production environment
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies
• Proven ability to manage KPIs and drive performance improvements
• Strong communication and people management skills
• Health and Safety focused approach
• Experience within FMCG, Food, Packaging, Automotive, Chemical or General Manufacturing environments would be advantageous

Benefits Package

• GBP45,000 : GBP55,000
• Bonus scheme, bespoke benefits package, life assurance x4, Bupa healthcare package, cycle to work scheme, company discount
• Key leadership role with real ownership and impact
• Opportunity to drive site:wide improvements and initiatives
• Collaborative and supportive working environment

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