We are seeking an experienced Production Shift Manager to lead our client's Plant Production area. This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering safe, high-quality, and efficient production across a rotating shift pattern.
You will act as the primary Production lead on site, driving performance, standards, and accountability while working closely with cross-functional teams.
This is a people-led leadership role, requiring strong capability in managing teams, handling complex employee relations issues, and building a high-performance culture, not just technical production oversight.
Shift Rotation Summary
This is a rotating 4-day shift pattern (Friday to Monday 37.5 hours a week) covering both days and nights.
Why apply?
Competitive total package!
Significant leadership responsibility - a true site-based Production Manager role with ownership of shift performance and team leadership
Strong career impact and visibility - direct influence on production performance, safety, quality, and continuous improvement outcomes
Opportunity to shape culture - play a key role in building a high-performance, safety-first, people-focused production environment
Cross-functional exposure in a complex manufacturing setting - work closely with engineering, quality, HR, maintenance, and supply chain teams in a highly collaborative environment
The Role:
Lead and manage Production Team Leaders and Technicians across rotating shifts
Ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality production output in line with H&S and Quality standards
Own people management activities, including performance reviews, development plans, absence management, and disciplinary processes
Drive shift performance against KPIs, including output, efficiency, and schedule adherence
Act as the primary Production lead on shift, coordinating cross-functional issue resolution
Promote and embed Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives (6S, RCA, 5 Whys)
Oversee production planning, shift loading, and skills allocation
Lead investigations and corrective actions for safety, quality, and operational issues
What we're looking for:
Proven people management experience in a manufacturing/industrial production environment
Strong experience managing employee relations cases (disciplinaries, investigations, absence and performance management)
Demonstrated ability to lead shift-based production teams in a fast-paced operational environment
Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and Quality compliance within production settings
Experience with Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement tools (e.g. 6S, RCA, 5 Whys)
Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills, working effectively with engineering, quality, maintenance, and support teams
What Next
If you're looking for a role where you can combine your production leadership experience combined with excellent people management skills then this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact - please submit your CV for consideration
Salary description
£60000.00 - £68000.00 per year