We are looking to a recruit a self-motivated individual, who would like to join our Production Team as a Production Shift Manager.
Previous experience of working as Production Managers in FMCG is essential. The position is full time, onsite and working rotating shifts.
The Candidate:
Ideally the candidate will be a self-starting, motivated individual with great organisational skills, a good eye for detail and experience in reporting on key production metrics. Problem solving and fantastic written and verbal communication will be critical. You will be working within a team and whilst you will have your separate responsibilities, shift and production lines you will also be required to support other production areas within the business. Therefore, as an individual you need to be proactive and hands on driven by a desire to ensure that all key tasks and responsibilities are fulfilled and that the best possible results are achieved for both customers and internal stakeholders. Bradburys is a fast-paced environment so being able to respond with speed, confidence and clarity will be a necessity.
The Role:
Key member of the Management Team reporting to the Site Production Manager
To comply with Health & Safety legislation in line with company policies.
To effectively manage day-to-day factory operations & to ensure all manufacturing performance KPIs are achieved in line with company procedures.
Key interaction with all disciplines across site in conjunction with delivering factory performance.
To drive & support the site in strategic initiatives to move the business forward in a positive robust manner
Duties will include:
This is not an exhaustive list, and the role will require you to accept additional responsibilities when required:
To actively promote a health and safety culture within the department to ensure that all requirements are met and continuously identifying areas for improvement.
To provide direction and support to the line leaders, managing and facilitating their performance and development and ensuring departmental structure and skills are developed to meet changing requirements.
Control labour recovery and material (WIP) at costed levels and corrective actions for such anomalies
To deliver the planned qty by product, by line and by shift on time and in full
Ensure that a high level of hygiene and housekeeping standards are maintained throughout
Ensure all disciplinary and absence management issues in the department are managed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Develop communication between and within shifts and departments
Accountable for department shift labour and key skills within the department
To take the lead for the Site Production Manager in their absence
Ensure lines are running, prioritising to make sure 100% service levels are met for outload.
Strict adherence to the production plan, raise any concerns immediately either with the planning department or your line manager
Liaising with all other departments such as H&S, Goods In, Dispatch, Engineering, Technical & HR to ensure a functional working relationship
Ensure performance standards are met in respect of:
H&S Accident Investigations to be completed within 24 hours.
Supply Chain Run in sequential order as agreed by planning and production
Cost Control Overall control and management of labour recovery and WIP consumption
Line Efficiencies Run all lines to the specified run rates, with controlled emphasis on labour recovery by product and WIP control to ensure there are zero negative trends
Quality Right first-time initiative, within specification and legally binding
GMP Areas are clean, tidy and in control
People Attendance control, factory skills, forward planning with deployment skills & training plans
Demonstrate effective cost control within the area of responsibility through:
Effective use of labour utilisation
Material usage WIP Controls: Waste (materials / packaging) & product giveaway
Waste reduction Realtime control line utilisation (People, Process & Product)
Qualifications, Experience & Skills required:
ILM level 4 in Leadership & Management
HACCP Level 3 food safety management
Experience of leading teams to ensure business objectives are met timeously
Able to drive results in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge and experience of driving improvement within area / department
Ability to coach direct and indirect reports
Strong leader who leads by example
Excellent communication / engagement skills
Self-motivated and highly resilient
Financial awareness on cost control disciplines within the production
Benefits:
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Referral programme
Store discount
Schedule:
Full time position 40 hours per week
8-hour shift
Monday to Friday. Some weekend work may be required during busy periods.
Work Location: In person onsite in Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9RZ
Please Note: We do not offer a sponsorship program. Only candidates with right to work in the UK need apply.
Closing date 3rd July 2025
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