Production Shift Manager

Overview

MTrec are proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client, based in Newcastle, who are looking to recruit a Shift Manager to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join a successful company that values its employees. The role requires a proactive, can-do attitude with the ability to motivate others. If you are an experienced shift manager or a senior team leader seeking your next step, please apply now.

Rewards and Benefits

• An inclusive and supportive team culture
• World-class on-site employee facilities
• A highly secure business with a strong order book
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• A great company pension
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Private healthcare

Responsibilities

• Effectively lead shift operations, ensuring resources are prioritised and allocated to meet operational requirements.
• Manage shift changes and handovers to maintain seamless operational continuity.
• Conduct initial safety and conduct investigations in line with company procedures.
• Carry out Return to Work meetings following employee absences.
• Conduct low-level conduct and absence management meetings.
• Ensure stock checks are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Make labour allocation decisions and maintain accurate absence records.
• Monitor and manage daily operational KPIs to achieve performance targets.
• Lead daily operational meetings to communicate priorities, performance, and key updates.
• Coordinate the ordering of PPE and workwear to maintain adequate stock levels.
• Promote 100% shift participation in Unsafe Situation Reporting to support a proactive safety culture.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping across the operational area.
• Escalate out-of-hours operational, engineering, and SHE issues to the relevant managers as required.
• Work a rotating three-shift pattern, covering day, night, and back shifts to support 24/7 operations.

About You

• Experience managing a team within an engineering/manufacturing environment
• Educated to GCSE level or above
• Additional Management qualifications are desirable but not required (IOSH, NVQ, NEBOSH, LEAN etc.)
• Committed to health & safety
• Act as a positive role model and set a good example
• Possesses a can-do positive attitude with a drive to succeed and motivate others
• Possesses excellent communication skills
• Remain calm under pressure

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