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Shift Performance Manager
Job Description
Shift Performance Manager
About the role:
Are you ready to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Our client is seeking an experienced Shift Performance Manager to oversee production processes, ensure quality and efficiency, and prioritise health and safety across all operations. This is a key role in driving operational success and team performance.
Our client is a global company with a reputation of manufacturing top quality products in their field. This opportunity would be great for someone who is looking for a long career within the business.
What's in it for you:
- Salary is very competitive plus quarterly bonus
- 7 x 12 hour shifts over 2 weeks (4 day week followed by 3 day week)
- Generous life assurance
- Comprehensive private healthcare package - Family Cover
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
- Opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the shift team to ensure production meets specifications, quality standards, and efficiency targets.
- Uphold and promote safe working practices, ensuring compliance with all health and safety procedures.
- Manage team performance through training, appraisals, mentoring, and succession planning.
- Plan and direct daily operations, maintaining a visible presence on the production floor.
- Communicate effectively with the team through regular meetings, feedback sessions, and performance presentations.
- Optimise production schedules, troubleshoot issues, and maintain operational excellence.
- Engage with cross-functional teams to solve problems and deliver continuous improvement projects.
- Support and drive lean manufacturing initiatives and quality improvement programs.
- Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
Essential Criteria:
- At least 3 years' supervisory or management experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in WCOM/Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and achieve targets.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Flexibility to work various shift patterns as required.
Desirable Criteria:
- Degree in a manufacturing-related discipline or equivalent.
- NEBOSH or equivalent health and safety qualification.
- Experience with SAP systems.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected business, offering a competitive salary and the chance to make a real impact in a key role.
For more information on this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact Karl Yellop at Vanrath for a confidential discussion.
