Timber Frame Production Shift Leader

Taylor Wimpey plc; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

excellent retail discounts

private healthcare

company pension scheme

discounted house purchase

car leasing scheme

buy extra annual leave

Job summary

Taylor Wimpey is seeking a Shift Manager to lead timber frame manufacturing on site, overseeing two automated lines and a team of five Team Leaders. You will drive safety, quality, on-time delivery, and operational efficiency while maintaining a high-performing shift environment.

The role requires experience in timber frame or similar manufacturing, strong leadership, and a solid grasp of KPIs. IT-literate with knowledge of production systems, and exposure to Lean/CI practices is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience within timber frame manufacturing or similar fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production leadership role.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and KPIs.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• IT literate with experience using production systems and reporting tools.
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience desirable.
• IOSH qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily timber frame manufacturing activities to ensure targets are achieved safely and on time.
• Oversee production of external/internal walls and floor cassettes across two lines.
• Coordinate workflow between production areas to maximise efficiency and minimise downtime.
• Lead five Team Leaders to ensure effective supervision of production teams.
• Monitor production performance, downtime, waste, and labour efficiency.
• Ensure smooth shift handovers with clear communication of issues and priorities.
• Coordinate labour, machinery, materials and resources effectively.
• Respond quickly to operational problems and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all production processes comply with company procedures and customer requirements.

Skills

Timber frame manufacturing

Leadership

Health & Safety

Lean Manufacturing

Communication

Tools

Production systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Taylor Wimpey is seeking a Shift Manager to lead timber frame manufacturing on site, overseeing two automated lines and a team of five Team Leaders. You will drive safety, quality, on-time delivery, and operational efficiency while maintaining a high-performing shift environment.

The role requires experience in timber frame or similar manufacturing, strong leadership, and a solid grasp of KPIs. IT-literate with knowledge of production systems, and exposure to Lean/CI practices is desirable.