Production Shift Manager

The Role

Reporting into the Operations Manager, you’ll be responsible for the end‑to‑end performance of your shift, ensuring production targets are achieved safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

You’ll lead, engage and develop large shop floor teams, coordinate machines, materials and labour, and drive continuous improvement across operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Full accountability for health, safety & environmental compliance on shift, acting as a visible and proactive safety leader
• Delivery of the production plan – right product, right time, right volume
• Leadership and development of production teams through 1:1s, appraisals, training and engagement
• Maintain and improve quality standards, GMP and hygiene compliance
• Drive performance improvements using operational data, KPIs and short interval control
• Manage attendance, shift structures, overtime and labour costs
• Investigate incidents, non‑conformance and performance losses, implementing corrective actions
• Work closely with planning, engineering and quality teams to remove constraints and improve output
• Lead cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives within your area

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience leading production teams in a manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Strong working knowledge of health & safety, GMP and quality systems
• A hands on leader who can motivate, influence and engage teams on the shop floor
• Confident decision maker, comfortable managing performance, absence and conduct issues
• Able to analyse data, prioritise effectively and maintain control in a fast moving environment
• Engineering or technical exposure is beneficial, with the ability to diagnose and resolve basic machine issues

Qualifications & Experience

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Formal leadership or management training advantageous
• IOSH / NEBOSH or strong demonstrated H&S competence preferred
• Experience operating or supervising production lines is highly desirable

Why Apply?

• A visible leadership role with real operational ownership
• Structured environment with clear standards and expectations
• Opportunity to develop leadership and operational capability
• Stable employer with a strong focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement

If you’re an experienced Shift Manager or Senior Supervisor looking for a role where you can genuinely influence performance and lead from the front, this is definitely an opportunity worth exploring.