A global organisation arelooking for a hands-onShift Managerto lead a team of around 30 colleagues across our modern manufacturing facility in Barnstaple.
The Role
Reporting to the Production Manager, youll be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality running of production during your shift. Youll drive operational performance through effective leadership, data-driven decision-making, and a strong focus on continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing and motivating a team of approximately 30 production and support staff.
* Delivering against key performance indicators (KPIs) including safety, quality, output, waste, and efficiency.
* Embedding LEAN and Continuous Improvement (CI) methodologies to enhance performance and reduce downtime.
* Coordinating daily shift activities, ensuring adherence to production schedules and standard operating procedures.
* Leading shift handovers and reporting on performance to site management.
* Promoting a culture of safety, engagement, and accountability.
About You
Youll be a confident and proactive leader with experience in a similar manufacturing or packaging environment. You understand how to balance people management with performance delivery and are passionate about developing teams to achieve their best.
Essential skills and experience:
* Proven track record in a supervisory or shift management role in a production setting.
* Strong understanding of KPIs, production metrics, and performance improvement tools.
* Experience implementing or working within LEAN / Continuous Improvement frameworks.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
* Flexible and adaptable to a 2-week rotating double day shift pattern.
Whats on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to drive real improvements within a supportive, forward-thinking team.
* Training and development in LEAN and leadership best practices.
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