Warehouse Shift Leader

Müller UK & Ireland; Telford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage manufacturing sector is seeking a Warehouse Shift Leader in Telford. The role involves overseeing a warehouse team, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring high standards in production processes. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience and a background in warehousing. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression and ongoing training

282 hours of annual holiday

Company pension scheme

Life assurance (x2)

Müller Rewards discount scheme

Free uniform and PPE

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume food production.
• Knowledge of quality standards and incident impact.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and develop the warehouse team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and coach team members.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, employing over 31,000 people across Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products, sourcing milk from 1,300 British farmers. Müller is ranked within the top 20 of the Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s biggest brands and is a familiar presence on supermarket shelves.

The company comprises several divisions, including Müller Milk & Ingredients, which produces fresh milk, cream, butter, and ingredients; and Müller Yogurt & Desserts, the UK's leading yogurt manufacturer with brands like Müller Corner, Müllerlight, and Müller Rice. The Telford site is recruiting for a Shift Leader to oversee and develop the warehouse team.

This role aims to support Müller UK’s strategic vision through innovation and continuous improvement, managing systems, processes, and resources within the production unit to meet and exceed targets for volume, cost, quality, and safety.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience, a background in warehousing and manufacturing, and the ability to coach and develop teams.

Contract: Permanent / Full-time (42 hours)

Working Pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off (days and nights)

Location: Telford

Key Responsibilities

1. Prompt fault finding and corrective actions.
2. Sharing technical knowledge to improve team capabilities.
3. Cross-departmental collaboration.
4. Driving continuous improvement initiatives.
5. Applying root cause analysis for problem-solving.
6. Supporting training and development needs.
7. Regular communication with team members.
8. Promoting lean culture and continuous improvement.
9. Mentoring and coaching team members.
10. Ensuring work standards meet company policies.
11. Effective communication of policies and procedures.
12. Supporting managers in absence and performance management.
13. Managing disciplinary actions and performance improvement plans.

Skills and Knowledge

• Experience in high-volume food production.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of processing and filling theories.
• Knowledge of processing plant and machinery.
• Continuous improvement techniques.
• Knowledge of quality standards and incident impact.
• Leadership and coaching skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Health, safety, and hygiene awareness.
• Leadership and motivational skills.
• Results-driven mindset.
• Personal accountability.
• Effective communication and influencing skills.
• Planning, organizing, and decision-making capabilities.
• Teamwork and collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Career progression and ongoing training.
• 282 hours of annual holiday.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance (x2).
• Müller Rewards discount scheme.
• Free uniform and PPE.
• Part of a globally recognized brand.

Contact Details

F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Müller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing