Site Shift Manager – Trafford

Westmill; Stretford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading European food company as a Shift Manager at their Trafford site overseeing the Noodles Department. This role involves operational management, ensuring safety and quality standards, and leading a motivated team. A unique opportunity to impact efficiency and contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace awaits!

Benefits

Annual Incentive Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Affordable loans and financial education

Electric vehicle and cycle to work schemes

Option to buy additional holidays

Volunteering day

Retail and leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing with a focus on operational performance.
• Proven track record of problem-solving and efficiency improvements.
• Ability to engage and motivate teams in a high-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Noodles Department and decision-making on shifts.
• Ensure Health and Safety, Food Safety, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with Planning, Engineering, and Warehouse Teams.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Team Motivation

Efficiency Improvement

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17.06.2025

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Our Business

We are proud of our heritage and position as one of Europe’s largest specialist food companies, manufacturing and supplying authentic global foods which serve the chefs and owners of restaurants and takeaways, as well as a diverse range of consumers. With a strong portfolio of leading brands including Lucky Boat, Elephant Atta, Rajah, Green Dragon and Patak’s, our product range is as diverse as the people who chose to work here, and includes noodles, flour, rice, spices, sauces, and oils. We pride ourselves on our passion for food and people, where collaboration, diversity, and inclusion are integral in everything that we do. This is underpinned with our employee resource groups where members and allies help create an inclusive environment and special events are celebrated. Westmill is a place where no one feels like the new person for long and everyone has the chance to make a real difference to the business by being their authentic selves.

The Opportunity

There is now an exciting opportunity to join our Trafford site as a Shift Manager. This position offers the opportunity to oversee the Noodles Department and own the on-shift decision making. you will be responsible for the operational performance, Health and Safety, Food Safety, and quality, collaborating with the Planning, Engineering, and Warehouse Teams. You will be passionate about delivering results and will lead, motivate, and coach others.

We are looking for a candidate that is a natural leader, able to engage and motivate a team of people whilst setting clear Health & Safety, quality, and Food Safety standards. You will also be a proven problem solver and have a track record of driving efficiency and achieving savings through continuous improvement within a food manufacturing environment. We are looking for someone that can take ownership of issues and be willing to go the extra mile to resolve them.

What we offer:

• An annual Incentive Plan

Additionally, you will have access to a range of benefits aimed at enhancing your wellbeing both at home and at work; from a free and confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to access to affordable loans and financial education, electric vehicle, and cycle to work salary sacrifice schemes, an option to buy additional holidays and a day dedicated to volunteering in your local community. You will also have access to our benefits platform Extra Spice from day one, offering a huge variety of retail and leisure discounts.

Would you like to hear more?

We would be delighted to discuss this opportunity with anyone who feels they would be a great fit for our business. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are more than happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require at any stage in the recruitment process.