Full Job Description
Job Overview: Shift Managers are responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and coordination of Production employees. The Shift Manager will manage shift employees to achieve key business objectives of product quality, order fulfilment, OEE, labour efficiency, health and safety, and budget control. The Shift Manager will also act as cover in the absence of the Plant Manager and support the Plant Manager in Operations as appropriate.
Shift Management:
1. Lead the Shift Team to achieve production targets/KPIs.
2. Ensure the highest standards of product quality, integrity, and hygiene.
3. Maintain excellent standards of Good Manufacturing Practice and Good Housekeeping Practice.
4. Monitor and control costs.
5. Ensure safe working practices and conduct of the team, contractors, and visitors.
6. Ensure that the team is properly trained and managed to work in a safe, quality-conscious, and effective way.
7. Maintain positive working relationships and ensure effective communication at all levels.
8. Ensure all work areas and equipment within your control are regularly and properly maintained to deliver optimum performance.
9. Drive initiatives to maximize employee contribution and drive improvements in product quality and process/system efficiencies.
10. Liaise with QA & QC, logistics, technical, and maintenance teams to achieve optimum results.
11. Responsible for Internal Controls as assigned by the Internal Controller.
12. Interface with HR regarding employee performance, development, and employee relations issues. Update relevant HR systems as required.
General Management:
1. Cover for the Production Manager when absent and support the Production Manager in other areas of production.
2. Contribute to the overall department performance plan in Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Motivation, and Environment.
3. Drive correct usage, maintenance, and development of all production systems.
Functional Competencies:
* Professional manager and leader with high integrity standards.
* Proactive with a focus on continuous improvement.
* Strong work ethic and enthusiasm for the role.
* Team player capable of galvanizing support for key objectives.
* Ability to lead change and handle difficult situations.
* Motivates and leads a diverse team effectively.
* Good reporting, writing, and numerical skills.
* Decisive thinker with clear communication skills and the ability to resolve issues promptly.
Professional Experience & Qualifications:
* Minimum of 2+ years management/supervisory experience in the food manufacturing industry.
* Third-level qualification in a related field is desirable.
* Experience with SAP/MES/SCADA is highly desirable.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office.
* Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Additional Information: Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Skills: FMCG, Shift Management, Leadership
Benefits: Pension, Bonus, Healthcare
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