Night Shift Manager
The Opportunity
An established and fast-paced manufacturing operation is seeking an experienced Shift Manager to provide frontline leadership across Production, Packing, and Warehouse functions.This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for delivering operational excellence across Health & Safety, Quality, Cost, and Service. You will take ownership of shift performance, ensuring products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards, while driving continuous improvement and team development. If you are a proactive leader who thrives in high-performance environments and enjoys motivating teams to deliver results, this could be the ideal next step in your career.
Responsibilities
Provide effective frontline leadership across production, packing, and warehouse operations during your shift
Ensure all activities are conducted safely and in line with Health & Safety policies and procedures
Deliver products to customer and company quality standards, ensuring “right first time” performance
Maintain high standards of hygiene, housekeeping, and GMP across the facility
Act as the primary escalation point for operational issues during shift
Drive financial performance through effective labour planning, material usage control, and collaboration with support functions
Develop and implement action plans to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall performance
Ensure accurate and timely data reporting, utilising SAP or similar systems effectively
Proactively manage labour requirements, ensuring the correct skills and headcount are in place to meet production targets
Lead team briefings and participate in Short Interval Control (SIC) meetings to monitor and improve performance
Manage people matters professionally, including absence management, performance reviews, return-to-work processes, and employee engagement
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging colleague input and problem-solving
Ensure professional standards of conduct, communication, and brand integrity at all times
What You Will Be Responsible For
All colleagues working within your designated units
Production machinery and operational equipment during shift
Effective use of SAP (or equivalent systems)
Delivery of agreed KPIs relating to safety, labour efficiency, material usage, and service levels
Key Performance Areas
Health & Safety performance, including proactive near-miss management
Right First Time production and quality standards
Labour efficiency and cost control
Material usage and waste reduction
Line efficiency and productivity targets
Absence management and employee retention
Skills development and training compliance
GMP and hygiene standards
About You
Proven experience in a manufacturing or production leadership role
Strong understanding of operational KPIs and continuous improvement
Experience using SAP or similar production/ERP systems
Confident managing teams and addressing people-related challenges
Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Able to lead by example and drive performance on shift
What’s On Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Leadership role with real operational impact
Opportunity to develop teams and influence site performance
Career progression within a stable and growing manufacturing environment
Ongoing training and professional development