Production Shift Manager

Production Shift Manager Sector: Manufacturing (non-food) Location: Suffolk Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: 41,820 per annum Hours: 4-3-3 pattern (12-hr days & nights) Here at iSQ Recruitment, we are delighted to support a major global packaging manufacturer in their search for an experienced Production Shift Manager . In this role, you will lead and manage a production shift team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive performance, ensure compliance with health 'safety and quality standards, and support the development of your team. Please note this client does not offer VISA sponsorship, only candidates with full Right to Work in the UK and relevant experience to this role will be considered. Benefits: Company Pension 23 days annual leave including Bank Holidays & Christmas shut-down Group Income Protection Employee Assistance Programme Healthcare Cashback Scheme Death in Service Annual family event period Leisure sessions Onsite parking Key Duties: Lead, manage, and motivate the shift production team to meet or exceed operational KPIs. Ensure all products are manufactured, packed, and palletised in line with relevant procedures, specifications, and quality standards. Champion a safe working environment by ensuring adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) procedures. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, using data to challenge current practices and enhance efficiency. Ensure staff training, development, and performance management are aligned with business needs. Maintain high standards of housekeeping, hygiene, and 6S practices. Oversee effective changeovers, ensuring equipment is left in safe and operational condition. Coordinate with planning and maintenance teams to ensure minimal disruption and swift resolution of issues. Manage non-conformance and ensure timely corrective actions following out-of-spec product tests or process deviations. Key Criteria: Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role, ideally high volume production environment. Strong understanding of HSE and Quality Management Systems. A proactive mindset with a strong focus on Continuous Improvement. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Experience of and comfortable working in a shift environment. If you would like to discuss this role further, please click to apply now , or submit your CV to or call 01603 369500 for more information. (Please note this client does not offer VISA sponsorship, only candidates with full Right to Work in the UK and relevant experience will be considered) INDMA TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-09-06