Manufacturing Manager (Shift) | Food Manufacturing
Location: Uttoxeter
Shift Pattern: 3 on, 3 off - 6 PM to 6 AM
We’re looking for a people-focused Manufacturing Manager to take full ownership of one of our production shifts in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
You’ll lead the shift from raw material intake through processing, packing and dispatch, driving safety, quality, performance and continuous improvement across multiple production areas.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll make a real impact — developing teams, improving performance, and embedding a strong safety and quality culture.
What you’ll be responsible for:
* Leading and engaging a large shift-based team
* Creating a Safety First culture and acting as senior safety lead on shift
* Delivering shift targets for output, OEE, waste, labour and cost
* Embedding lean manufacturing and CI tools on the shop floor
* Coaching, developing and managing performance within your team Ensuring full compliance with food safety, hygiene and quality standards
* Supporting audits, CI projects and NPD trials
What we’re looking for:
* Experience leading shifts in food manufacturing
* A proven ability to drive results through engaged teams
* Exposure to lean / continuous improvement
* Strong leadership, communication and decision-making skills
Qualifications (desirable, not essential):
* IOSH
* Level 3 Food Safety / HACCP
* CI Yellow Belt
* (Support provided to gain these if needed)
You’ll step into a high-impact leadership role with real ownership, strong support, and the opportunity to grow your career in a business that values people, safety and continuous improvement.
Interested? Apply now or message us to find out more.
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