Shift Manager - Chemical Manufacturing

great opportunity has arisen for an experienced shift manager to join an expanding manufacturing company.

Job Description:

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• Lead and oversee all site operations during your shift.
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• Ensure production and operational targets are achieved safely and efficiently.
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• Allocate resources and manage workforce deployment to maximise productivity.
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• Monitor site KPIs and implement corrective actions where required.
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• Ensure compliance with operating procedures, site standards and regulatory requirements.
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• Act as the primary escalation point for operational issues.
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• Champion a safety-first culture across the site.
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• Ensure compliance with COMAH regulations and company procedures.
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• Act as the Site Incident Controller (SIC) during emergency situations.
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• Support risk assessments and permit-to-work activities.
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• Drive proactive hazard identification and risk management.
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• Lead, motivate and develop shift teams to achieve high performance.
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• Conduct shift briefings and communicate operational priorities.
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• Support training, competency development and succession planning.
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• Manage attendance, conduct and performance matters where required.
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• Build a culture of accountability, engagement and continuous improvement.
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• Ensure products consistently meet required specifications.
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• Maintain accurate operational records, logs and compliance documentation.
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• Investigate quality issues and implement effective corrective actions.
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• Support internal and external audits as required.
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• Identify opportunities to improve safety, reliability and productivity.
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• Investigate operational issues and implement sustainable solutions.
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• Support Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
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• Analyse shift performance data and recommend improvements.
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• Liaise closely with engineering, maintenance and technical teams.
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• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimise downtime.
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• Deliver detailed and effective shift handovers.
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• Communicate site performance and operational updates to senior management.
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Beneficial Skills / Qualifications:

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• Minimum 5 years' experience in a supervisory, shift leadership or operations management position.
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• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements within manufacturing environments.
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• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
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• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced operational setting.
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• Strong understanding of manufacturing best practices and materials management systems.
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• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
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• Experience working within a COMAH-regulated environment.
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• Knowledge of batch and continuous chemical processing.
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• Formal leadership or management qualifications.
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• Continuous Improvement experience (Lean, Six Sigma or equivalent).
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Additional Details:

Working Pattern

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• Permanent position
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• 4-on / 4-off rotating shift pattern
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• Average 34.3 hours per week
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Additional Benefits

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• Bonus
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• Overtime available (not guaranteed)\n
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  • Monday-Friday: 1.5x rate
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  • Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays: 2x rate
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• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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• Long Service Holiday Award: 1 additional day every 5 years (up to 5 extra days)
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• Company Pension Scheme:
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• Death in Service Cover:\n
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  • 3x basic salary including shift allowance
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• Group Income Protection:\n
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  • Two-thirds of salary including shift allowance
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