Location: Lancashire
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Benefits
Night Shift | Monday-Thursday | Permanent
Are you an experienced Production Manager looking to take charge of a fast-paced night shift operation in the food manufacturing industry?
Were recruiting on behalf of a well-established, high-volume food manufacturer based in Lancashire, who are seeking a hands-on and driven Nights Production Manager to lead their night shift team, ensuring production targets are hit without compromising on safety, quality, or efficiency.
The Role:
As Nights Production Manager, you will take full ownership of your shift - managing people, processes, and performance to ensure smooth production throughout the night. Youll be responsible for delivering the production plan, motivating your team, maintaining a safe working environment, and driving continuous improvement across the shift.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, manage and motivate the night production team to meet targets for quality, efficiency, and output
Take full responsibility for shift performance delivering products on time and in full
Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, GMP, and Health & Safety regulations
Work closely with engineering to minimise downtime and ensure machinery runs effectively
Monitor and act on KPI data to drive shift performance
Manage staffing levels, training plans, and skills development across your team
Conduct daily team meetings, appraisals, return-to-work interviews, and performance reviews
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing
Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth handovers and efficient operations
Support and develop team leaders and supervisors to deliver operational excellence
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience as a Production Manager or Shift Manager in a food manufacturing environment (night shift experience preferred)
Strong leadership and people management skills
In-depth knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and health & safety compliance
Track record of improving efficiency, reducing downtime, and delivering KPIs
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Proactive, organised, and committed to continuous improvement
Whats on Offer:
Competitive salary up to £50,000
Supportive, inclusive team culture
Autonomy and ownership of the night shift operation
Career progression and development opportunities
If youre a confident leader who thrives in a night shift setting and knows how to get the best out of people and processes, this could be the perfect next step.
Apply today for a confidential discussion.
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