Production Shift Manager (3x shifts)

Rewards and Benefits on Offer;An inclusive and supportive team cultureWorld class on-site employee facilities.A highly secure business with an incredibly strong order book25 days holiday plus BHA great company pensionOn-site gymOn-site parkingPrivate HealthcareMTrecs New Opportunity.MTrec are proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client, based in Newcastle, who are looking to recruit a Shift Manager to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join a successful company that really puts their employees at the heart of their business. In this critical role, they are looking for an individual with a can do attitude who has a drive to succeed and motivate others. If this role is of interest to you, you may be an experienced shift manager, or a senior team leader looking for your next step, then please apply now.The Job Youll Do.Effectively lead shift operations, ensuring resources are prioritised and allocated to meet operational requirements.Manage shift changes and handovers to maintain seamless operational continuity.Conduct initial Safety and Conduct investigations in line with company procedures.Carry out Return to Work meetings following employee absences.Conduct low-level conduct and absence management meetings.Ensure stock checks are completed accurately and on schedule.Make labour allocation decisions and maintain accurate absence records.Monitor and manage daily operational KPIs to achieve performance targets.Lead daily operational meetings to communicate priorities, performance, and key updates.Coordinate the ordering of PPE and workwear to maintain adequate stock levels.Promote 100% shift participation in Unsafe Situation Reporting to support a proactive safety culture.Maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping across the operational area.Escalate out-of-hours operational, engineering, and SHE issues to the relevant managers as required.Work a rotating three-shift pattern, covering day, night, and back shifts to support 24/7 operations.About You;Experience managing a team within an engineering/manufacturing environmentEducated to GCSE level or aboveAdditional Management qualifications are desirable but not required (IOSH, NVQ, NEBOSH, LEAN etc.)Committed to health & safetyAct as a positive role model and set a good examplePossesses a can-do positive attitude with a drive to succeed and motivate othersPossesses excellent communication skillsRemain calm under pressureTPBN1_UKTJ