Shift Manager (Night Shift) Location: SMBCompany: Vitacress SaladsDepartment: OperationsReporting to: Head of Operations ManagerContract: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: 5pm – 5amShift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (Nights) Salary: up to £55,000 About the Role Vitacress Salads is seeking a motivated and hands‑on Night Shift Manager to lead our Operations team at our SMB site. This is a key role within a fast‑paced FMCG environment, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high‑quality running of the entire night shift. You will manage and develop a team of Supervisors and Operatives, deliver the production plan, uphold strict food safety standards, and foster a positive, high‑performing team culture. If you are a strong people leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys making improvements, this could be the ideal role for you. Key Responsibilities Health & Safety / Food Safety Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety procedures using Assure (H&S management system). Complete investigations, close out DWB/incident/accident actions, and maintain up‑to‑date risk assessments. Conduct regular safety tours and drive safe working practices across the shift. Maintain excellent GMP standards and ensure timely closure of non‑conformances. Work closely with Technical to ensure the highest product quality. People Leadership Lead, coach, and motivate your team to achieve daily production targets. Ensure effective staffing levels, including planning for holidays, sickness, and peak seasons. Work with HR to support attendance management and ongoing performance conversations. Build a multiskilled and future‑ready team with strong succession planning in place. Promote a positive team culture where colleagues feel valued, supported, and empowered. Operational Delivery Ensure smooth and efficient shift handovers to minimize downtime. Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement across the shift. Support NPD trials and help introduce new products and processes. Maintain full compliance with traceability and IFS standards. Contribute daily and weekly operational meetings. What We’re Looking For Experience & Skills FMCG manufacturing experience (essential). Strong line management or supervisory experience. Solid understanding of employee relations. Excellent planning, prioritization, and organizational skills. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Intermediate Microsoft Office skills. Experience managing time and attendance systems. Personal Attributes A proactive, solutions-focused leader. Calm, organized, and resilient in a fast-paced environment. A role model who supports and inspires the team. Committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Someone who leads by example and takes accountability. Our Values – What You’ll Bring to Life Nurture the FutureWe invest in people, processes, and sustainability. You’ll develop your team, think ahead, and help build long‑term success. Always Deliver QualityYou strive for excellence in everything—leadership, product standards, safety, and process compliance. Do the Right ThingYou act with integrity, communicate openly, and treat others with respect. You make fair decisions and can be trusted to do what’s right. Working Conditions This role is based in a chilled food production environment. All required PPE will be provided. Ready to Lead Our Night Shift Team? If you’re an experienced Shift Manager—or a strong Supervisor ready to take the next step—we’d love to hear from you.Apply today and take the next step in your career with Vitacress Salads.