Shift Manager

Location Doncaster Salary GBP 45,000 per annum base Shift Rotating on the following shifts: 08:00-17:00, 14:00-23:00, 15:00-00:00 Role Overview A Shift Manager in food manufacturing supports the Production Manager in overseeing daily manufacturing operations to ensure products are made safely, efficiently, on time, and within quality standards. Production Operations Supervise daily production activities on the floor. Ensure production targets (volume, OEE, yield, efficiency) are met.

Monitor workflow and adjust schedules as needed. Reduce downtime and improve productivity. Food Safety and Quality Compliance Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, FDA/local food regulations, ISO/FSSC standards (if applicable).

Monitor hygiene, sanitation, and CCPs. Coordinate with Quality Assurance teams. Team Management Supervise line leaders and production staff.

Conduct shift briefings. Train employees on SOPs and safety procedures. Handle attendance, discipline, and performance issues.

Inventory and Materials Control Coordinate raw material availability. Minimise waste and product loss. Monitor packaging material usage.

Ensure timely outload of materials to meet OTF KPIs. Equipment and Maintenance Ensure machinery operates properly. Coordinate preventive maintenance.

Report breakdowns and reduce production delays. Report shortages to customers proactively. Reporting and Documentation Maintain production reports.

Track KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime, waste). Prepare daily/weekly performance summaries. Required Skills Knowledge of food safety regulations.

Leadership and people management. Problem‑solving under pressure. Understanding of production and dispatch planning.

Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles. Good communication skills. Educational Background Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing/Production Engineering. 3–5 years experience in food manufacturing and Dispatch Operations.

Operational Scope Responsibility for 5 processing lines, 14 packing lines, and dispatch operations. Manage approximately 300 flexible workforce staff and 8 supervisors. Fast‑paced production environment with frequent changeovers.

Experience in fresh food manufacturing (ideally protein‑based) is preferred. Additional Information Bank holidays are worked unless booked as leave. Site closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Significant business growth plans in place. Benefits (Current package under review) 28 days holiday (Year 1) 29 days holiday (Year 2) 30 days holiday (Year 3) 3% pension contribution. Private healthcare after 1 year (including dental cover).

Death in Service: GBP 50,000 after 1 year. On‑site parking and canteen. #J-18808-Ljbffr