Shift Production Manager
8am – 8pm | 4 days on, 4 days off
Salary: £38,000 – £42,000 DOE
An established and fast-paced FMCG food manufacturing business in Kent is looking to appoint a Production Shift Manager to lead operations on shift within a high-volume production environment.
This is a hands‑on leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives in a busy, ever‑changing food & drink manufacturing setting and enjoys managing people as much as processes.
The Role
* Lead, motivate, and manage Production Team Members on shift
* Ensure daily production targets, quality standards, and food safety requirements are met
* Drive performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the shift
* Maintain a safe, compliant, and well‑organised production environment
* Act as the senior point of contact on shift, escalating issues where required
About You
* Essential: Proven experience as a Shift Manager / Production Manager within Food & Drink or FMCG manufacturing
* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume production environment
* Strong people management skills with a confident, fair leadership style
* Desirable: Experience managing HR processes, including absence management, performance issues, and disciplinary procedures
* Able to lead by example and remain calm under pressure
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary of £38,000 – £42,000, depending on experience
* 4 on / 4 off shift pattern offering excellent work‑life balance
* Opportunity to join a well‑established manufacturing operation with strong standards and pace
Please note: Applications must come from candidates with Food & Drink or FMCG production experience. Applications outside of this sector will not be suitable.
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