Production Shift Manager - Food Manufacturing!
Location: Uttoxeter
Working Hours: 3 on / 3 off – 12-hour shifts (7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Salary: £38,500 + training & career progression
A well-established biscuit manufacturer in Uttoxeter is looking for an enthusiastic, hands-on Area Manager to lead the Raw Materials and Process area of a fast-paced production site.
This is a key front-end role where you’ll oversee ingredients, equipment, and people — ensuring everything runs safely, smoothly, and efficiently.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead day-to-day operations across the Raw Materials and Process areas, including silos, mixers, and moulders.
* Manage a team of around 21 colleagues, including 2 Line Leaders and skilled operatives.
* Coordinate raw material deliveries to maintain continuous production flow.
* Oversee equipment checks and basic maintenance to keep machinery running safely and reliably.
* Work closely with production, planning, and engineering teams to drive performance.
* Support training, development, and engagement across your team.
About You
* Experienced in food or FMCG manufacturing, ideally within bakery, biscuits, or similar environments.
* A confident, people-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced setting.
* Mechanically minded, with practical knowledge of production equipment.
* Strong commitment to food safety and quality, ideally with HACCP Level 3, Food Safety Level 3, and IOSH qualifications (or willing to train).
* Comfortable with manual, hands-on work, including working at height (mezzanine areas).
* Organized, proactive, and approachable, with great communication skills.
Why Join
* A key leadership role in a busy and integrated manufacturing area.
* Genuine career progression – potential to move into a Manufacturing Manager position.
* Full training and qualification support provided.
* Friendly, supportive environment where your impact is valued.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your food manufacturing career, lead a great team, and play a vital role in biscuit production — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to join the team in Uttoxeter!