Production Shift Manager

About the company

We’re recruiting a Production Shift Manager for a global food manufacturer at its largest UK manufacturing facility in Leicester. You’ll lead a team of approximately 50 people, taking responsibility for safety, quality, people and operational performance within a large-scale manufacturing environment.

Your tasks

Key Responsibilities: Production Shift Manager

• Lead, coach and develop a frontline team of approx. 50 employees.
• Maintain high standards across safety, quality, GMP and operational performance.
• Manage attendance, conduct and individual performance.
• Develop team capability through coaching and regular one-to-ones.
• Use operational data and structured problem-solving to improve performance.
• Take ownership of shift decisions and support continuous improvement.

Requirements

Are you an experienced Production Shift Manager looking for a role where you can lead people, take ownership and make a real impact?

Food manufacturing experience is not essential, but FMCG or similar is required.

You’ll need at least 3 years’ experience directly managing frontline teams, with strong people management, coaching and problem-solving skills.

What we offer

• c£45,000 basic salary
• 23.5% shift allowance – approximately £56,000 annual earnings
• 7.5% annual bonus
• Private healthcare
• Pension with up to 10% company contribution
• Excellent career development and progression

How to apply

Interested in this Production Shift Manager opportunity? Apply today or contact Stuart at Wagstaff Recruitment for a confidential conversation.

Other

Shift pattern: 12-hour shifts – 4 days on, 4 off, 4 nights on, 4 off.