1,249 Shift Supervisor jobs in the United Kingdom

Shift Supervisor
Rochester
Full-time | £40,000 per annum (DOE)
4 on 4 off – Day Shift | Healthcare Plan | Company Pension

Are you an experienced production leader with a passion for food manufacturing?

Our client, a major name in the food industry based in Rochester, is seeking a proactive and capable Shift Supervisor to lead and inspire a high-performing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global business committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Why join our client?

This is a hands-on leadership role in a well-established organisation where your voice matters. You’ll benefit from a progressive working environment, structured development, and a supportive team with shared goals in productivity, safety, and quality.

Key responsibilities:

• Supervise daily shift activities to meet production targets and quality standards
li>Motivate, train and develop team members, fostering a high-performance culture
• Monitor KPIs, including safety, waste, efficiency, and absenteeism
• Ensure full compliance with site-specific quality, hygiene, and health & safety protocols
• Liaise with departments to verify material availability and eliminate inefficiencies
• Complete all shift documentation in line with BRC, ISO and internal standards
• Support continuous improvement and uphold best practices across the production line

What we’re looking for:

< i>Proven experience working in a fast-paced production environment, ideally within the food manufacturing industry
• Previous hands-on experience as a machine operator, with a solid understanding of floor-level operations
• Strong background in employee relations, including team motivation, performance management, and conflict resolution
• Demonstrable track record of working to and achieving KPIs across Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Waste
• Working knowledge of compliance frameworks, including BRC, ISO, and site-specific quality management systems
• Previous experience supervising high-care environments and managing packaging line operations
• Ability to lead by example and foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence 

Employee benefits:

li>Healthcare cash plan
• Company pension & life insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Store discount
• Referral programme

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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SHIFT SUPERVISOR - RECYCLING

Hours ( Monday - Friday: 4 ON 4 OFF - 40 HOURS PER WEEK WILL REQUIRE FLEXIBILTY)

Annual Salary (of £32,000)

What's in it for me?

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a SHIFT SUPERVISOR - RECYCLING to join our well-established client based in MALVERN, WORCESTERSHIRE on a full-time permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for progression and working for a sup.

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Are you a driven leader with a passion for operational excellence and team development? We are looking for a proactive and motivated Shift Supervisor to join this dynamic production team and play a pivotal role in delivering performance, quality, and safety across every shift.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team to achieve planned output, quality standards, and h.

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Do you want to join leading UK manufacturer of paper hygiene products with more than 50 years in their field?

We are looking for a Shift supervisor to guarantee that safety, quality, efficiency, delivery and cost objectives connected to shift production activities are achieved, in compliance with Group policies.

As a Shift Supervisor you will work a 4 on 4 off, 12 hour shift pattern of two days (06:.

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Accept Recruitment is currently seeking a proactive and experienced Afternoon Shift Supervisor to join our client, a leading timber manufacturing business based in Coalville. The successful candidate will oversee daily operations during the afternoon shift, ensuring production targets are achieved while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and team performance.

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Position: Production Shift Supervisor

Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands

This is an on-site position based in Rotterdam, Netherlands, the advertisement is aimed atcandidates willing to relocate - relocation support is available - UK and EU nationals only

One of our multinational manufacturing clients (Food & Beverage Industry) is looking for a strong shift leader to overseedaily operations to maintain smooth and efficient production. Ensures all products meet required specifications and production targets are achieved on schedule. Upholds compliance with internal Health and Safety standards among all shift personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Drives team performance by clearly setting expectations, planning tasks, monitoring outputs, and providing regular feedback. Offers coaching and takes corrective action when necessary, while enforcing relevant policies and procedures.

• Manages production flow by monitoring each stage of the process, adjusting variables, supervising staff and equipment usage, and identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

• Delivers shift targets by assigning tasks, setting priorities, tracking progress, adapting plans as needed, and reporting performance metrics and outcomes.

• Maintains equipment readiness by coordinating repairs and assessing new technologies and methods for potential implementation.

• Ensures product quality is consistently maintained by following established quality standards, systems, and procedures.

• Enforces Health and Safety compliance, addressing any related concerns in alignment with company policy and available resources.

• Applies root-cause analysis and problem-solving methods to quickly resolve operational issues and guide the team in implementing effective solutions.

• Collaborates with other shift leaders to ensure clear and effective handovers and operational continuity.

• Identifies and addresses training needs to support both current performance and future skill requirements.

• Actively supports and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at long-term operational and business growth.

• Maintains high standards of housekeeping to ensure a safe and orderly work environment.

• Oversees the efficient use of company resources to support cost-effective operations.

• Exercises sound decision-making aligned with the company's organizational framework.

You are invited to apply for the position of Production Team Leader and join a well-respected manufacturing business within the Building & Construction product industry. We are looking for highly motivated Production Team Leader with the ability to lead a multi-disciplined team. Joining a Blue Chip manufacturing firm, established, friendly and well-respected business this role presents the opportunity to join a company in an exciting time of growth. This is a well organised and efficient site providing a fantastic working environment for its employees.

What's in it for you as a Production Shift Supervisor?

• A Salary of 47,000
• Annual KPI Bonus
• Company Matched Pension
• OT paid at 1.5x
• 33 days holiday (Pro Rata)
• Hours of work - 4on 4off Days and Nights
• Location - Grays/Basildon

Roles and responsibilities of a Production Shift Supervisor?

• Full Compliance with the companies Health & Safety policies
• Plan, co-ordinate and manage the Site production activities in a safe, efficient and effective manner.
• Develop and manage improvements in the capabilities and competencies of the production operatives to deliver improved production area performance.
• Control and manage operating costs within the Production area and develop/implement opportunities for cost reduction and minimisation
• Undertake any relevant training as requested.
• Operate brick production lines in accordance with operating procedures
• Ensure that all in process documentation is completed accurately and as required

Skills & Qualifications required of a Production Shift Supervisor

• Ideally NVQ level qualified or previous supervisory management experience
• Minimum of an IOSH certificate in Safety;
• Risk Assessment / Risk Management principles
• Counterbalance forklift truck would be advantageous.
• Good knowledge and understanding of process plants.
• Previous experience in or around the building materials or FMCG.

This position would suit Production Team Leader/ Production Supervisor or Production Shift Manager