Production Shift Manager

Salary: £40,000Shift Pattern: Panama DaysJob Type: Full Time | Permanent

We are currently seeking an experienced Production Shift Manager to join a busy manufacturing operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who can motivate teams, drive performance and ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

Working on a Panama Days shift pattern, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the production department, ensuring efficiency, productivity and continuous improvement across your shift.

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• Lead, motivate and develop a team of production operatives and team leaders.
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• Ensure daily production plans are achieved safely, efficiently and to schedule.
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• Monitor KPIs including output, waste, downtime and labour efficiency.
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• Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture.
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• Ensure quality standards and company procedures are consistently followed.
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• Manage staffing levels, shift handovers and employee performance.
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• Investigate production issues and implement corrective actions.
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• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste.
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• Work closely with engineering, quality and planning teams to maximise operational performance.
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• Previous experience as a Production Shift Manager, Production Supervisor or Manufacturing Team Leader within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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• Strong leadership and people management skills.
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• Experience managing KPIs and driving production performance.
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• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
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• Good communication skills with the ability to engage teams at all levels.
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• Knowledge of health and safety and quality standards within manufacturing.
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• Continuous improvement experience would be advantageous
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