Production Shift Manager

Description:

You'll lead and supervise the production team during your shift, allocating tasks and resource to meet the production plan, and running clear shift briefings and handovers so nothing gets lost between teams. You'll monitor output against targets, stepping in quickly to address any shortfalls, and support efficient changeovers and line set-up to keep downtime to a minimum.

Additionally, you'll also maintain accurate production records using in-house systems, carry out quality checks and take corrective action where needed, and help maintain hygiene standards across the shift, including cleaning schedules and housekeeping.

On the people side, you'll motivate, coach and support your team, handling performance and conduct matters in line with company procedure, and you'll help develop team members so they're able to step up and cover shift leader duties when needed. Health & safety is a constant thread throughout — running toolbox talks and safety briefings, ensuring correct PPE use, and supporting the investigation of any accidents or near misses.

What we're looking for

Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a production, warehouse or manufacturing environment is essential, along with strong leadership and people management skills and a solid understanding of production processes, quality standards and health & safety requirements. Experience with production or warehouse management systems is desirable, and you should be confident using Microsoft Office and comfortable picking up new systems. Good communication skills are a must — you'll need to motivate a team and liaise confidently across departments.

We're looking for someone proactive, decisive and calm under pressure, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. An approachable, fair leadership style, a flexible and reliable, hands-on attitude, and a genuine commitment to quality, hygiene and safety standards will set you up to succeed in this role.