1,799 Shift Manager jobs in the United Kingdom
Shift Manager
Posted 17 days ago
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Due to our continued growth and having just recruited for a Shift Manager, we have another opportunity. Ready to lead our customer-driven shifts? Shape the way we work, inspire your team, and drive excellence in every operation. If you're passionate about customer satisfaction, efficiency, and empowering others-this is your chance to make a real impact!
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As a Shift Manager in this customer-centric role, you'll report directly to the Operations Manager and have the exciting opportunity to shape the way we work and exceed customer expectations. In this hands-on position, you'll oversee daily operations, manage budgets, and uphold service standards across the board. You'll be instrumental in building a positive, results-driven culture by supporting and developing team members through proactive leadership, coaching, and effective communication. This role offers the chance to drive excellence in both operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Your expertise in warehouse and stock management will be key to leading and empowering the team, especially in a 24/7 fulfillment environment. While core hours for the site are 8 am to 4 pm, your role will extend to supporting Team Leads on all shifts, ensuring they have the resources needed for smooth operations and high performance. In this role, you'll make a tangible impact on our success by fostering continuous improvement and business excellence.
**How you create impact**
+ Direct responsibility for the Warehouse Team Leaders, report to and be managed by the Operations Manager
+ Managing stock integrity, productivity, and facilities within the warehouse operation.
+ Monitoring operational and general business KPI's, ensuring that they are met and improved upon through the effective management of the operation/ operational area of concern.
+ Ensuring efficient planning, reviewing and communication of operational requirements and changes.
+ Building relationships with the customer and offering excellent customer service within budgetary constraints.
+ Continually reviewing all aspects of the operation and driving improvements in methods, procedures, and efficiency.
+ Support QSHE and all legal compliance within the operation.
**What we would like you to bring**
+ Financial and strategic management experience and commercial awareness
+ Drive, determination and a track record in delivering continuous improvement.
+ Ability to influence, negotiate and deal with conflict successfully.
+ A strong knowledge of Health & Safety at work
+ Preferred experience (not essential) of JDA/ Red Prairie systems
+ Understanding of warehouse practices e.g. picking, loading
**Please be aware that by applying for this role, you are agreeing to participate in the employment screening process. This process will include criminal record checking and identity validation. This means that KN will ask successful applicants to provide certain information and documentation to enable these checks to be conducted.**
**Any appointment will then be strictly conditional upon, and subject to, the receipt of satisfactory results of these checks**
**What's in it for you**
If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will make sure that you're rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing centre. We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance programme providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling. All of this to help you live a happier and healthier life As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation.
**Who we are**
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
Kuehne + Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.
Production Shift Manager
Posted 6 days ago
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That's the reality on offer here.
We're exclusively working with a long-established drinks manufacturer who are investing heavily in their future. As part of that journey, they're looking for a Production Shift Manager to lead a team of around 50 people, to inspire confidence on the shop floor, and make sure every shift runs smoothly, safely, and to the highest standard.
This is a role for someone who loves leading from the front. You'll set the pace, keep things moving, and ensure quality always comes first. But it's also about people - building a motivated, multi-skilled team that pulls together, solves problems, and takes pride in what they produce.
On any given day you might be:
* Coaching a new team leader through their first week,
* Working with engineers to get a line back up and running,
* Spotting a smarter way of doing things and making it happen,
* Or helping to shape a new product line as the business grows.
* Driving performance, continuous improvement, and right-first-time quality
* Ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards
It's fast, it's varied, and it matters.
To thrive here, you'll need experience in a high-volume FMCG environment (drinks, bottling, or canning would be ideal), strong leadership skills, and the confidence to make decisions under pressure. You'll also bring an eye for continuous improvement, a commitment to safety, and a genuine passion for developing people.
What We're Looking For:
Strong leadership and people management experience in a food or drinks manufacturing environment
A solid understanding of GMP, H&S, and quality standards
A proven track record of driving performance and implementing improvements
Energy, adaptability, and the desire to grow with a business in transition
SHIFT PATTERN:
4 on 4 off (rotating)
In return, you'll be part of a business that values its people and knows this period of transition is just the beginning. There are real opportunities to progress, learn new skills, and grow your career as the company continues to invest and evolve.
If you're ready to be more than just a manager - to be a key player in a business that's on the move - we'd love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact Shaf Islam on (url removed).
As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Production Shift Manager
Posted 8 days ago
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Location: Coventry
Salary: 38,000 - 40,000 + bonus
Hours: 3-on-3-off days (6am - 6pm)
Summary:
Are you a confident leader with a background in overseeing fast-paced production environments? We're looking for a Production Shift Manager to take ownership of shift performance and lead a growing team within a specialist FMCG production facility.
In this key leadership role, you'll be responsible for managing people, processes, and performance across your shift - ensuring safety, quality, and targets are consistently met. You'll be at the front line of the operations, driving continuous improvement and inspiring your team to achieve excellence every day.
Key Responsibilities:
- Overseeing the whole production operation and being accountable for all activities on shift.
- Leading, coaching, and motivating a team of Production Operatives and Team Leaders to meet production KPIs.
- Working cross-functionally with maintenance, quality, and planning teams to resolve issues quickly.
- Ensuring compliance with all health & safety and hygiene regulations, conducting audits and daily checks.
- Carrying out HR-related tasks such as staff reviews, return to work procedures and investigations.
- Organising labour schedules, booking additional agency staff when required to meet production needs.
- Driving lean principles and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Reporting on shift performance and contributing to operational planning.
Experience:
- Proven experience in a shift management or supervisory role within a FMCG or high-speed manufacturing environment.
- Previous experience within a semi or fully automated operation is desirable.
- Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
- Working knowledge of production KPIs, lean tools, and health & safety regulations.
- Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset.
- High attention to detail and able to create reports and analyse findings.
Processing Your Data
Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so.
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All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.
production shift manager
Posted 9 days ago
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production shift manager
working four days on 06:00-18:00 and four days off, followed by four nights on 18:00-06:00 and four off.
salary: 48,300 including shift allowance
you will lead a production line team where you will be responsible for ensuring shift activity takes place in a safe and compliant environment, where all colleagues are engaged in Key Performance Indicator (KPI) achievement and continual improvement results in exceeding customer satisfaction.
REQUIREMENTS: Essential Requirements:
- Previous manufacturing experience in a FMCG and target driven environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, build relationships, delegate when appropriate and organise work groups in an improvement driven environment.
- A strong communicator - ability to communicate in English in written, listening and spoken form.
- Data analysis and strong problem solving (numeric interpretation skills).
- Basic engineering knowledge that allows contribution to improvement and fault diagnostics.
- Self-motivated / self-starter.
- An excellent organiser of all resources - people, plant, budget.
- Ability to coach and manage individual performance and development.
- Able to take ownership of issues and work on own initiative, without management supervision.
- Ability to drive and motivate the team to achieve the highest standards and surpass attainment of target KPIs as identified by the Manufacturing Manager.
- Flexibility when required to ensure business needs are met
A key requirement for the position is resource planning for the shift and looks at short, medium and longer-term requirements that are considered and signed off with the Production Manager. The Shift Leader is the primary shift process knowledge holder, who constantly reviews the skill set of your Area Owners to identify and deliver the appropriate development that enables continual improvement. You will be expected to spend most of your time with the team developing their skills and understanding how they work, to gain the most potential from them to drive performance and KPI achievement.
- Enforcing safety in all areas of the factory
- Enforcing compliance in all aspects of food manufacture and customer requirements
- Efficiency monitoring at each stage of the production line to include: monitoring waste & re-work and monitoring downtime and ensuring correct reason tree allocation of this indicators
- Enforcing Autonomous Maintenance (Along the line) including:
- Planning and conducting AM events in line with site road map
- Follow up actions of AM events captured and closed out in a timely manner
- Forward planning of AM events in line with site road map
- Making decisions based on information provided by Operatives/Area Owners
- Validating accuracy of information on MES recorded by Operatives/Area Owners and correcting where necessary
- Coaching and training Operatives/Area Owners to make the correct decision first time including recording of downtime and waste
- Coaching, guiding and directing Operatives to promote a self-managing team
- Monitoring performance and providing continuous feedback for development and growth
- Conducting RCA methods to completion utilising site documents
- Fishbone/6M/4M
- 5Why
- Contribute as a team member to meetings
- GEMBA walks per rotation
- Forward planning of staff
- Forward planning and organisation of tasks such as clean down and product changeovers optimising this time efficiently
- Contributing to5S projects or other continuous improvement tasks.
- 5S Reviews
- Process audits
- Kaizen activities
Desirable Requirements:
- Previous food processing experience.
- Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma technique experience.
- Bakery process knowledge
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Production Shift Manager
Posted 9 days ago
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We are currently working with a well established, multi-site food manufacturer who are looking for a Shift Manager to join the team on a Mon-Fri 2-10pm. This role will need someone who has operated in a chilled manufacturing environment, ideally meat.
You will be responsible for Health & Safety, production planning, ensuring food safety and quality standards are adhered to, working cross functionally with the Technical, Engineering and Planning teams and finding areas to implement CI and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
To be successful in this role you will need to have +5 years' experience operating at middle management within food manufacturing, you will be a hands on leader that leads by example and delivers results, you will have clear communication with your team to deliver on targets, improving standards and cross department communication.
If you feel you match the above criteria and wish to apply for this great opportunity, please contact Sam on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) directly.
As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Production Shift Manager
Posted 9 days ago
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We are currently working with a well-established, fast paced food manufacturer looking for an Area Manager to join the team on a 12 hours day shift.
The role is in need of an induvial who likes to roll their sleeves up and lead from the front, being responsible for HSE standards, people management and development, efficient Operations & Production, Quality standards and Continuous Improvement.
You will need to have food manufacturing experience, chilled ideal but can consider other product exposures, 5+ years at Shift Management level, ability to motivate and lead teams, reactive and proactive ability to problems on the shop floor and experience in deploying lean and CI tools.
If you feel you match the above criteria and wish to apply for this great opportunity, please contact Sam on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) directly.
As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Production Shift Manager
Posted 9 days ago
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We are supporting a leading food manufacturing business based in the North East of England as they have an opening for a Production Shift Manger.
The Production Shift Manager will be responsible for setting and driving operational standards in relation to People, Product, Process, Plant and Performance across all of the shift.
On Offer:
- £47,000 - £50,000 base salary + overtime opportunities li>Working 4 on 4 off (2 days / 2 nights)
Duties:
- Manage a trained and motivated shift team with committed, multi-skilled and flexible colleagues.
- Operate flexibly and respond quickly to change and opportunities – actively demonstrate the capacity to get into action fast and make things happen. < i>Ensure that all roles are suitably resourced and effectively utilised in order to meet capacity/customer requirements.
- Ensure that all appropriate people mapping and planning is in place at all times. Your shift should never be over or under resourced with either permanent or agency colleagues.
- Take ownership and accountability for every aspect of your products on shift, making sure they comply to all company and customer specification
- Follow the daily plan and make sure it is delivered in the correct order, on time and in full
- Collect and understand KPIs, share key highlights and trends with direct reports.
- Ensure that planned outputs and performance efficiencies are consistently achieved in line with KPI requirements and standards.
- Take accountability for all shift production ensuring that plant throughput rates are met to achieve the required production targets to meet customer service levels whilst maintaining the integrity of the product.
- Set high GMP standards through visible leadership including daily walk rounds with direct reports, line manager and SLT, highlighting any issues and implementing solutions and remedial actions.
Experience Needed
- Production experience at shift management level gained in a food manufacturing environment
- Customer focus: understands the needs of different customers.
- Standards and systems: understands technical and operating standards.
- Leadership and communication: is able to provide clear direction to lower level reports.
- Team working: demonstrates an ability to work as an active member of a team.
- Health and Safety: demonstrates understanding and awareness of health and safety.
- Demonstrates knowledge of GMP and HACCP
If you want to find out more about the role, please apply with your most recent CV or contact Richard Steele at Alexander Steele recruitment.
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Production Shift Manager
Posted 4 days ago
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Sector: Manufacturing (non-food)
Location: Suffolk
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £41,820 per annum
Hours: 4-3-3 pattern (12-hr days & nights)
Here at iSQ Recruitment, we are delighted to support a major global packaging manufacturer in their search for an experienced Production Shift Manager . In this role, you will lead and manage a production shift team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive performance, ensure compliance with health & safety and quality standards, and support the development of your team.
* Please note this client does not offer VISA sponsorship, only candidates with full Right to Work in the UK and relevant experience to this role will be considered.
Benefits:
- Company Pension
- 23 days annual leave including Bank Holidays & Christmas shut-down
- Group Income Protection
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Healthcare Cashback Scheme
- Death in Service
- Annual family event period
- Leisure sessions
- Onsite parking
- Lead, manage, and motivate the shift production team to meet or exceed operational KPIs.
- Ensure all products are manufactured, packed, and palletised in line with relevant procedures, specifications, and quality standards.
- Champion a safe working environment by ensuring adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) procedures.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, using data to challenge current practices and enhance efficiency.
- Ensure staff training, development, and performance management are aligned with business needs.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, hygiene, and 6S practices.
- Oversee effective changeovers, ensuring equipment is left in safe and operational condition.
- Coordinate with planning and maintenance teams to ensure minimal disruption and swift resolution of issues.
- Manage non-conformance and ensure timely corrective actions following out-of-spec product tests or process deviations.
- Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role, ideally high volume production environment.
- Strong understanding of HSE and Quality Management Systems.
- A proactive mindset with a strong focus on Continuous Improvement.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Experience of and comfortable working in a shift environment.
(Please note this client does not offer VISA sponsorship, only candidates with full Right to Work in the UK and relevant experience will be considered)
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Production Shift Manager
Posted 6 days ago
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That's the reality on offer here.
We're exclusively working with a long-established drinks manufacturer who are investing heavily in their future. As part of that journey, they're looking for a Production Shift Manager to lead a team of around 50 people, to inspire confidence on the shop floor, and make sure every shift runs smoothly, safely, and to the highest standard.
This is a role for someone who loves leading from the front. You'll set the pace, keep things moving, and ensure quality always comes first. But it's also about people - building a motivated, multi-skilled team that pulls together, solves problems, and takes pride in what they produce.
On any given day you might be:
* Coaching a new team leader through their first week,
* Working with engineers to get a line back up and running,
* Spotting a smarter way of doing things and making it happen,
* Or helping to shape a new product line as the business grows.
* Driving performance, continuous improvement, and right-first-time quality
* Ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards
It's fast, it's varied, and it matters.
To thrive here, you'll need experience in a high-volume FMCG environment (drinks, bottling, or canning would be ideal), strong leadership skills, and the confidence to make decisions under pressure. You'll also bring an eye for continuous improvement, a commitment to safety, and a genuine passion for developing people.
What We're Looking For:
Strong leadership and people management experience in a food or drinks manufacturing environment
A solid understanding of GMP, H&S, and quality standards
A proven track record of driving performance and implementing improvements
Energy, adaptability, and the desire to grow with a business in transition
SHIFT PATTERN:
4 on 4 off (rotating)
In return, you'll be part of a business that values its people and knows this period of transition is just the beginning. There are real opportunities to progress, learn new skills, and grow your career as the company continues to invest and evolve.
If you're ready to be more than just a manager - to be a key player in a business that's on the move - we'd love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact Shaf Islam on (url removed).
As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Production Shift Manager
Posted 8 days ago
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Job Description
Location: Coventry
Salary: 38,000 - 40,000 + bonus
Hours: 3-on-3-off days (6am - 6pm)
Summary:
Are you a confident leader with a background in overseeing fast-paced production environments? We're looking for a Production Shift Manager to take ownership of shift performance and lead a growing team within a specialist FMCG production facility.
In this key leadership role, you'll be responsible for managing people, processes, and performance across your shift - ensuring safety, quality, and targets are consistently met. You'll be at the front line of the operations, driving continuous improvement and inspiring your team to achieve excellence every day.
Key Responsibilities:
- Overseeing the whole production operation and being accountable for all activities on shift.
- Leading, coaching, and motivating a team of Production Operatives and Team Leaders to meet production KPIs.
- Working cross-functionally with maintenance, quality, and planning teams to resolve issues quickly.
- Ensuring compliance with all health & safety and hygiene regulations, conducting audits and daily checks.
- Carrying out HR-related tasks such as staff reviews, return to work procedures and investigations.
- Organising labour schedules, booking additional agency staff when required to meet production needs.
- Driving lean principles and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Reporting on shift performance and contributing to operational planning.
Experience:
- Proven experience in a shift management or supervisory role within a FMCG or high-speed manufacturing environment.
- Previous experience within a semi or fully automated operation is desirable.
- Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
- Working knowledge of production KPIs, lean tools, and health & safety regulations.
- Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset.
- High attention to detail and able to create reports and analyse findings.
Processing Your Data
Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so.
Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations.
All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.