Job Description:

Elevation Recruitment Group are pleased to be supporting a leading UK manufacturer who, due to internal progression are now looking for a Production Shift Manager to join their facility in West Yorkshire. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established, globally recognised brand, leading a strong team and taking ownership of your shift.

Working Hours: Continental shift pattern – 4 on, 4 off

Salary: £45,000

Key Responsibilities of the Production Shift Manager include:

• Lead an experienced team in a busy manufacturing environment
• Drive productivity, deliver KPI’s and ensure production targets are achieved, to high quality standards
• Promote a strong health & safety culture, ensuring operatives are held accountable and challenging when necessary
• Lead continuous improvement activities, driving lean manufacturing tools to improve processes
• Develop & coach your team, identifying training needs, performance management and succession planning
• Work alongside all other Shift Managers, Maintenance and Quality teams

Requirements for the Production Shift Manager:

• Proven experience in a production leadership role within manufacturing
• Strong communication skills and able to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• A methodical and proactive approach to planning and problem-solving
• Proven examples of driving and utilising lean methodologies
• Strong problem-solving skills, using root cause analysis

This role would suit candidates who have previously held roles such as Production Team Leader, Shift Manager, Production Supervisor or Production Manager

If you want to talk more about the role, get in touch with Emma Bartholomew at Elevation Recruitment Group directly.