Shift Manager

The Role

As Shift Manager, you'll be responsible for the performance, safety and engagement of your shift, working closely with Engineering, Technical, Supply Chain and NPD teams.

• Leading, coaching and developing shift operatives
• Ensuring all products are manufactured safely, right first time
• Maintaining and improving GMP, food safety and site standards
• Deploying labour effectively to meet production plans
• Managing downtime, line performance and yield
• Ensuring compliance with all business processes and procedures
• Closing out shift issues, complaints and NCRs in a timely manner
• Communicating clearly with stakeholders across the business
• Supporting recruitment and succession planning within your shift
• Driving a positive, accountable and high-performing culture

• Manufacturing background, ideally food, pet food or FMCG
• Proven experience as a Shift Manager, Team Leader or Supervisor
• HACCP Level 2 (or willingness to complete)
• Awareness of BRC and food safety standards
• IOSH Managing Safely (desirable)
• Experience improving performance, yield or efficiency
• Strong people leadership and influencing skills
• A proactive, solution-focused approach
• Comfortable with ownership, accountability and change

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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