Shift Production Manager 8am – 8pm | 4 days on, 4 days off Salary : £38,000 – £45,000 DOE An established and fast-paced FMCG food manufacturing business in Kent is looking to appoint a Production Shift Manager to lead operations on shift within a high-volume production environment. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives in a busy, ever-changing food & drink manufacturing setting and enjoys managing people as much as processes. The Role • Lead, motivate, and manage Production Team Members on shift • Ensure daily production targets, quality standards, and food safety requirements are met • Drive performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the shift • Maintain a safe, compliant, and well-organised production environment • Act as the senior point of contact on shift, escalating issues where required About You • Essential: Proven experience as a Shift Manager / Production Manager within Food & Drink or FMCG manufacturing • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment • Strong people management skills with a confident, fair leadership style • Desirable: Experience managing HR processes, including absence management, performance issues, and disciplinary procedures • Able to lead by example and remain calm under pressure What’s on Offer • Competitive salary of £38,000 – £42,000, depending on experience • 4 on / 4 off shift pattern offering excellent work-life balance • Opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing operation with strong standards and pace Please note: Applications must come from candidates with Food & Drink or FMCG production experience. Applications outside of this sector will not be suitable.