Production Shift Manager – Days and Nights
Rushden, Northamptonshire NN10
£45,691 per annum
Shift Pattern: 7am – 7pm, 3 on / 3 off initially then shifts will change to continental – 3 days on, 2 off, 3 nights on, 4 off
Team Size: Managing 20-25 staff
About the Role
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are seeking a proactive and hands‑on Production Shift Manager (Days and Nights) to lead operations in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment in Rushden, Northamptonshire. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring machine, material, and labour efficiencies are optimized while maintaining compliance with health & safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
This is a leadership role where you’ll motivate and develop your team, drive continuous improvement, and deliver production targets in line with customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage daily shift operations to achieve production targets.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
- Monitor and improve material utilization, cycle times, and machine OEE.
- Deliver production requirements in line with the Production Plan.
- Provide induction training for new employees and conduct annual reviews.
- Manage labour planning, absence, and holidays in line with company policy.
- Drive housekeeping standards and maintain a clean, safe working environment.
- Prepare detailed shift reports and communicate key issues effectively.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Collaborate with other Shift Managers and departments to ensure smooth operations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Previous supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of health & safety and quality standards.
- Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.
- Experience in labour planning and performance management.
Skills & Attributes
- Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
- Proactive, adaptable, and able to work under pressure.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Additional Requirements
- Flexibility to provide cover for other Shift Managers during absence or holidays, including night shift.
- Ability to work constructively with cross‑functional teams.
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