Shift Manager

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Enjoy a 9-day fortnight – every other Friday off!

Join Dechra – a global leader in veterinary pharmaceuticals.

We’re looking for a hands‑on Packing Shift Manager to lead and inspire our shop floor team at our Skipton manufacturing site. If you’re passionate about driving performance, maintaining compliance, and creating a positive culture, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

What you’ll do:

  • Lead and manage day‑to‑day packing late shift operations
  • Drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets
  • Manage team performance, engagement, and training plans
  • Ensure compliance with GMP and Health & Safety standards
  • Champion continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience leading production / packing teams in a regulated environment
  • Strong knowledge of GMP and Health & Safety compliance
  • Ability to manage performance and employee relations
  • Degree qualified (or similar) self‑motivated leader with excellent communication skills
  • Pharmaceutical experience and ERP knowledge are a plus!

What’s in it for you:

  • 9 day fortnight (every other Friday off!)

Ready to lead and make a difference?

Apply now and join a team that’s shaping the future of animal health.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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Company: Dechra
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Location: Skipton
Job Description:

Enjoy a 9-day fortnight – every other Friday off!

Join Dechra – a global leader in veterinary pharmaceuticals.

We’re looking for a hands‑on Packing Shift Manager to lead and inspire our shop floor team at our Skipton manufacturing site. If you’re passionate about driving performance, maintaining compliance, and creating a positive culture, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

What you’ll do:

  • Lead and manage day‑to‑day packing late shift operations
  • Drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets
  • Manage team performance, engagement, and training plans
  • Ensure compliance with GMP and Health & Safety standards
  • Champion continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience leading production / packing teams in a regulated environment
  • Strong knowledge of GMP and Health & Safety compliance
  • Ability to manage performance and employee relations
  • Degree qualified (or similar) self‑motivated leader with excellent communication skills
  • Pharmaceutical experience and ERP knowledge are a plus!

What’s in it for you:

  • 9 day fortnight (every other Friday off!)

Ready to lead and make a difference?

Apply now and join a team that’s shaping the future of animal health.

We look forward to receiving your application.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: May 19th, 2026