About the role
Here at DS Smith Birmingham, we have an exciting opportunity for a Shift Manager with experience in manufacturing to join our team and play a vital role in the ongoing development of this packaging site! We're looking for leaders to drive the site forward, so communication and people management skills will be essential to your success.
Reporting to the General Manager, you will work with a team of key personnel to ensure that productivity plans are met, ensure departmental targets are achieved, and actively pursue continuous improvements in the workplace. As a leader, you will be responsible for motivating colleagues to deliver on KPIs and deliver a first class service, continually providing opportunities to develop yourself, your team and the site.
Other responsibilities will include:
1. Ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times and team compliance with all company safety procedure and legislation
2. Reviewing and updating Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work
3. Analysing contractor Risk Assessment Method Statements, and reviewing contractor skills, competence, documentation and insurance
4. Collaborating with key stakeholders to promote continuous improvement and drive the overall success of the site
5. Working with maintenance teams to ensure all preventative maintenance schedules are effectively planned and actioned to monitor effectiveness an...