Posted 23 July, 2026
Shift Lead
Muller Dairy
Droitwich, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Shift Lead - DespatchDroitwich | 4 on 4 off Days & Nights | PermanentAre you a people-focused operational leader looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced logistics environment?Mller Milk & Ingredients is recruiting a Shift Lead within our Despatch operation at Droitwich. This is an opportunity to lead a frontline team, drive operational performance, and play a key role in delivering service excellence across our logistics function.What You'll Be DoingAs a Shift Lead, you'll be responsible for leading your team to deliver safety, service, quality and performance targets while developing individual capability and driving continuous improvement across the operation.Key responsibilities include:Leading and developing frontline teams to achieve operational targets.Coaching team members to solve problems and improve performance.Managing performance reviews, development plans and employee relations matters.Driving a culture of Operational Excellence and continuous improvement.Using problem-solving tools and PDCA methodology to identify and resolve issues.Working collaboratively with other functions to improve overall business performance.Identifying improvement opportunities and leading initiatives that deliver measurable results.Promoting high standards of health, safety and compliance across the operation.What We're Looking ForWe're looking for a confident and engaging leader who can inspire others, make decisions at pace and drive performance through their team.You'll ideally have:Experience within a Despatch, Logistics, Warehouse, Distribution or Transport environment.Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a fast-moving operational setting.Strong coaching and people development skills.Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for delivering results.The ability to influence, engage and motivate others.What's in it for You?Up to 10% annual bonus276 hours annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)Healthcare cash planLife assurance (4x salary)Pension scheme with company contributionsAccess to Mller Rewards platform with discounts and savings across hundreds of retailersOngoing training and development opportunitiesCareer progression opportunities within one of the UK's leading food manufacturersIf you're ready to lead from the front, develop high-performing teams and make a real impact within a growing logistics operation, we'd love to hear from you.#hiringYou can find out more about Mller and what it's like to work for us by clicking here Careers at Mller UK & IrelandTPBN1_UKTJ
