Job Title
Night Shift Production Manager
Role Overview
The Night Shift Production Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining Health & Safety, product quality, efficiency, and Good Manufacturing Practices during the night shift. This role ensures that all production activities meet required quality, legality, and operational standards while supporting smooth night-time operations.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations
* Manage daily production processes to ensure efficiency targets are achieved.
* Ensure all products are prepared and produced according to specifications and quality standards.
* Ensure all quality and production operations follow the production schedule.
* Control ingredient and packaging flow, ensuring yield and waste targets are met.
* Maintain good housekeeping practices to minimise waste and ensure a clean production environment.
* Provide first-line operational support to night shift operatives to prevent bottlenecks.
Quality & Compliance
* Ensure quality and consistency of products at all times; report any issues affecting standards immediately.
* Verify ingredient rotation daily to ensure correct usage and zero waste.
* Ensure all ingredient containers are correctly labelled with batch codes, supplier details, and use-by dates.
* Verify vegetable washroom operations and related records daily.
* Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for cleaning on the production floor.
* Ensure hygiene rules are respected and followed at all times.
Team Coordination & Training
* Work closely with supervisors, team leaders, and production line leaders to ensure smooth operations.
* Communicate effectively with daytime kitchen supervisors, mixing operators, and kitchen runners to ensure efficient ingredient supply and correct rotation.
* Monitor and train new and existing night shift staff.
Reporting & Administration
* Provide regular production performance reports to senior management.
* Ensure all production paperwork is completed accurately for each shift.
* Report maintenance, structural, or equipment issues to senior management in a timely manner.
* Follow up on special requests such as sampling, extra cleaning, trials, or management directives.
Desired Criteria
* Strong understanding of HACCP principles.
* Knowledge of production processes and product specifications.
* Ability to work with speed, accuracy, and dexterity.
* Punctual, reliable, and detail-oriented.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Production
Industries
* Food and Beverage Services, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Wholesale Food and Beverage
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