Production Shift Manager
Location: Bedford
Job Type: Full-Time, Shift-Based 4 days on 4 days off rotating shifts 6am-6pm & 6pm-6am
Salary: Confidential (enquire)
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Production Shift Manager to lead a team within our client’s food production environment. You’ll play a crucial role in meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), driving Lean manufacturing initiatives, and ensuring the consistent application of best practices in team management, operational efficiency, and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
*Lead, motivate, and manage a production team to achieve targets and KPIs.
*Apply Lean manufacturing principles and tools in real-time situations to enhance operational efficiency.
*Build and nurture high-performing teams through effective people management processes.
*Oversee production processes, ensuring high levels of accuracy, quality, and efficiency.
*Conduct data analysis to produce detailed and insightful reports, driving continuous improvement and operational enhancements.
*Stay updated on new and emerging manufacturing technologies and methodologies.
*Facilitate clear and effective communication channels between team members and senior management.
Qualifications and Skills:
*Must have Basic Food Hygiene, Food Manufacturing and HACCP experience.
*Proven experience managing teams in a process-oriented environment, ideally within fast-paced manufacturing, processing, or FMCG.
*Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Lean methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
*Demonstrated success in achieving KPIs and working towards specified targets.
*Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with a talent for delivering engaging presentations and fostering open dialogue across teams.
*Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to analyse and interpret data effectively.
*Flexible and adaptable in a constantly evolving work environment, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we’re sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!

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