Manufacturing Shift Leader

Company: Major Manufacturing
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Shift Leader – Chemicals – £48k – £52k

A leading Chemical manufacturing business is looking for a Shift Leader to supervise production operations, lead a team of operators and ensure safe, efficient and high-quality manufacturing performance.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll take ownership of the plant during your shift, ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Leading and motivating a team of Production Operators
  • Ensuring production targets, quality standards and safety requirements are met
  • Coordinating shift activities and handovers
  • Managing work permits and supporting maintenance activities
  • Troubleshooting operational issues and escalating where required
  • Driving continuous improvement across the production area
  • Acting as the senior operational contact during nights, weekends and holiday periods

What we’re looking for:

  • Previous experience in a Shift Leader, Team Leader or Supervisor role
  • Manufacturing, process, chemical or industrial production experience
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Experience working with safety procedures and permit systems
  • A proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving

What’s on offer:

  • Competitive salary and shift allowance
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Stable and growing manufacturing environment
  • Opportunity to lead a key operational team

If you’re an experienced production professional ready to step into a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.

Posted: June 19th, 2026