Location: Chorley
Hours :22:00 – 06:00
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 (DOE)
Contract Type: Permanent Position
Are you an experienced Food Manufacturing Shift Manager looking for your next challenge? We are recruiting for a dynamic and hands-on Night Shift Production Manager to lead operations within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment in Chorley.
This is a pivotal role, responsible for ensuring production targets are met while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and team performance.
Key Responsibilities
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Supervise and coordinate production staff to achieve shift targets
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Ensure strict compliance with food safety, BRC, and ISO9001 standards
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Monitor production KPIs and drive continuous improvement
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Troubleshoot operational issues and minimise downtime
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Oversee machinery performance and coordinate maintenance when required
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Manage labour effectively to optimise productivity
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Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing night shift team
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Maintain a clean, safe, and audit-ready production environment
What We’re Looking For
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Essential: Experience within the Food Manufacturing sector
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Proven experience in a supervisory/management role within manufacturing
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Strong leadership and people management skills
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Knowledge of BRC and ISO9001 standards
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Excellent problem-solving ability
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Experience managing production machinery and maintenance coordination
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Your Objectives
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Meet or exceed production targets
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Minimise waste and maximise efficiency
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Ensure smooth shift handovers
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Maintain compliance with safety and quality standards
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Develop a motivated, skilled production team
Salary & Benefits
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£30,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
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Company pension
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On-site parking
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Staff rewards scheme