About the Role
Here at DS Smith Mercia, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Shift Manager to join our Warehouse team and play a key role in the continued development of our warehouse based onsite at a key customers global site.
Reporting to the General Manager, you will work closely with site leadership to ensure productivity plans are delivered, departmental targets are achieved, and continuous improvement remains a core focus. This is a visible leadership role where strong communication, people management, and operational skills are essential.
Leading from the front in a fast-paced environment, you will drive productivity while maintaining high standards of health & safety, quality, engagement, and cost efficiency. You will actively deliver improvements such as waste reduction and process optimisation to support site performance.
With a hands-on leadership style, you will motivate your team to achieve KPIs, foster a positive, high-performance culture, and work collaboratively with your manager and fellow site leaders to implement improvements and deliver a first-class service to our customer.
Key Responsibilities: (included but not limited)
1. Ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times and team compliance with all company safety procedures and legislation
2. Review & Update Risk Assessments & Safe Systems of Work
3. Analyse contractor Ri...