We are looking for a Shift Manager to join our Nuneaton-based Operations team at PROPER SNACKS.
The Person
This person will be a practical, motivational people leader, living and breathing our PROPER SNACKS values and always looking for ways to improve our operation. They will be passionate about people and performance, with a desire to balance delivery of results with maintaining a positive and motivating working environment. They will be a brilliant communicator and problem solver, proactively supporting all corners of our day‑to‑day operation. They should be excited to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
The Role
Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, this role is accountable for Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost performance on the PM Shift (2 pm‑10 pm, Monday to Friday). It involves managing, motivating and developing both permanent and temporary operatives (“Movers & Makers”), guiding and developing your teams, and planning for the future. You will promote the effective use of available data through our system, Redzone, to constantly improve performance.
Responsibilities
* Manage, motivate and develop a team of Movers & Makers, creating a culture of Safety, Quality & Delivery.
* Oversee day‑to‑day production activities, ensuring adherence to plan and financial, quality and safety standards.
* Drive a culture of improvement and investigate variances to plan, implementing improvement plans.
* Work with other departments to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
* Recruit, onboard and train new hires on company values, policies and procedures.
* Champion the growth and development of every team member, coaching individuals and training groups.
* Provide clear, ongoing feedback on performance and behaviours; manage potential issues fairly and confidently.
* Adapt to the fast‑paced manufacturing environment by modifying work plans according to business needs while promoting health, safety and wellness.
* Promote the effective use of Redzone, ensuring regular communication huddles take place to drive performance and inspire best practice.
Requirements
* Proven experience leading in a food manufacturing environment.
* Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and quality management systems.
* Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
* Proven ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and achieve operational excellence.
* Proficiency in using Redzone and other relevant tools is a plus.
Equal Opportunity Employer
PROPER SNACKS is an equal opportunities employer and we do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age. If we cannot accommodate you to participate fully in the recruitment or interview process, please let us know.
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