Job Title: Shift Manager (Day Shift)
Location: Redditch
Shift: Monday to Friday - 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Reports To: Operations Manager
Direct Reports: 5 Team Leaders, 60 Production Staff
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Shift Manager with a strong background in food manufacturing to lead our production team during the day shift. In this key role, you will oversee a team of 60 staff members, including 5 Team Leaders, ensuring efficient production, high-quality standards, and adherence to safety regulations. Your leadership and expertise in food manufacturing processes will be essential in meeting production goals and maintaining a positive, high-performance team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supervise Production Operations: Oversee daily production activities to ensure operations are carried out efficiently, on time, and in line with food manufacturing standards. Monitor production quality, output targets, and address any production delays or issues immediately.
* Staff Management: Manage a team of 60 staff members, providing clear direction, guidance, and motivation. Ensure team members are appropriately trained, motivated, and equipped to meet production requirements. Allocate resources effectively to meet shift demands.
* Leadership & Team Development: Supervise 5 Team Leaders, offering mentorship, coaching, and performance management. Foster a positive work environment that helps team members grow and ensures production and quality goals are achieved.
* Quality Control & Compliance: Enforce food safety and quality standards, including HACCP, GMP, and other relevant industry certifications. Proactively identify and address any quality or safety concerns to maintain high product standards.
* Production Planning & Coordination: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate resources, materials, and staffing for smooth shift operations. Adjust production plans as necessary to meet deadlines and optimize production efficiency.
* Health and Safety: Lead by example in maintaining a safe working environment, adhering to food manufacturing health and safety protocols. Address safety concerns promptly and ensure compliance with all relevant safety standards.
* Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Resolve production-related challenges such as equipment malfunctions, staffing issues, or delays. Utilize problem-solving skills to minimize downtime and ensure production goals are consistently met.
* Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date production records, safety logs, and performance reports. Provide senior management with regular updates on production status, challenges faced, and key achievements.
Key Requirements:
* Experience: Significant experience in food manufacturing, ideally in a supervisory or management role. Proven experience managing a large team and working closely with Team Leaders is essential.
* Leadership Skills: Strong ability to lead, motivate, and support large teams, including guiding Team Leaders to meet performance and production goals.
* Food Safety & Compliance Knowledge: Solid understanding of food safety regulations, including HACCP, GMP, and industry-specific standards. Experience ensuring compliance in a food manufacturing environment is required.
* Problem-Solving: Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve issues quickly and effectively under pressure.
* Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to effectively communicate with staff, senior management, and other departments.
* Shift Flexibility: Ability to work Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and maintain operational consistency and team morale throughout the shift.
* Qualifications: A relevant qualification in food production, manufacturing management, or a related field is desirable but not essential.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary of up to £40,000 per annum
* Comprehensive health and safety training
* Career development and progression opportunities
* Employee benefits and discounts (where applicable)
* Pension scheme
If you are an experienced Shift Manager with a solid background in food manufacturing and a passion for leading high-performing teams, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to take the next step in your career.
MAN24