Warehouse & Manufacturing

Production Shift Manager (Nights)

Production Shift Manager (Nights)
Burnley, Lancashire
Up to £50,000 (dependent on experience)
Permanent Night Shift

Hours of Work

• Monday to Thursday, permanent night shift
• 37.5 hours per week

Shift Pattern

• Monday and Wednesday: 4:30pm to 3:00am
• Tuesday and Thursday: 5:30pm to 4:00am

The Company

A well established food manufacturing business focused on producing high quality, safe and compliant products for a range of customers. Operating in a fast paced environment, the business is driven by efficiency, continuous improvement and strong operational standards.

The Role

As Production Shift Manager, you will take full ownership of the night shift operation, leading your team to deliver production targets safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

This is a hands on leadership role where you will drive performance, identify inefficiencies and implement improvements across the production process. You will be responsible for building a high performing, multi skilled team while ensuring all products meet customer specifications and food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Performance

• Take full ownership of shift output, ensuring production plans are delivered in full and on time
• Drive efficiency across all production processes
• Monitor and manage KPIs, ensuring targets are achieved
• Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve performance
• Track downtime and introduce improvements to reduce losses
• Work closely with Engineering to ensure all machinery is operating safely and effectively

Team Leadership

• Lead and manage Supervisors, Team Leaders and Operatives
• Ensure correct staffing levels are maintained in line with production requirements
• Develop a multi skilled workforce with effective shift coverage
• Conduct daily briefings to communicate priorities and performance
• Drive engagement, accountability and a high performance culture

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure a safe working environment for all staff
• Drive a strong Health and Safety culture across the shift
• Ensure full compliance with GMP, HACCP, QMS and food safety standards
• Guarantee all products are produced to agreed customer specifications

Continuous Improvement

• Identify inefficiencies and implement lean manufacturing improvements
• Drive initiatives to improve productivity, quality and efficiency
• Work collaboratively with teams to generate and implement new ideas
• Support development and improvement of SOPs alongside the training function

Administration & Reporting

• Complete and review all shift paperwork accurately
• Ensure all production data is recorded and communicated effectively
• Report performance, issues and improvements to senior leadership

People Management

• Manage performance, disciplinaries and absence where required
• Conduct probation reviews, appraisals and return to work interviews
• Identify training needs and support development plans
• Maintain a motivated, focused and aligned team

About You

• Proven experience as a Production Shift Manager within food manufacturing
• Strong understanding of HACCP, GMP and food safety standards
• Experience working permanent night shifts
• Track record of delivering production targets and driving improvements
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Hands on approach with a focus on continuous improvement

Why Join

This is an opportunity to take full ownership of a night shift operation within a fast paced food manufacturing environment. You will have the autonomy to make improvements, drive performance and build a strong team, with clear visibility of your impact on the business.

Keywords

Production Shift Manager, Shift Manager, Night Shift Manager, Food Manufacturing, FMCG, HACCP, GMP, Continuous Improvement

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