Imperial Recruitment are delighted to be working on behalf of a leading packaging manufacturer who are looking to appoint an experienced Shift Manager to join their team in Sedgefield. The Role: Reporting to the Production Manager, you will oversee a multi-disciplined manufacturing operation, managing all site activity during your shift. You’ll lead a team of around 25 staff, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and health & safety requirements are consistently met. Key Responsibilities: * Lead, motivate and manage production teams across decoration, thermoforming, extrusion, and warehouse areas. * Maintain high standards of health & safety, product quality, and operational performance. * Drive efficiency and reduce wastage through proactive planning and problem solving. * Manage shift handovers, reporting, and communication between teams. * Support staff training, performance management and attendance processes. About You: * Proven experience managing teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (minimum 3 years). * Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills. * ILM Level 3/5 qualification or equivalent desirable. * Background in plastics or packaging is advantageous but not essential. * Flexible to work a 12-hour rotating shift pattern (3 on, 3 off – days and nights)...