Production Shift Manager

HR GO Driving; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Production Shift Manager in Flintshire to lead and control shift manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in manufacturing shift management and a strong background in production planning and KPI delivery. Key responsibilities include managing Supervisors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and delivering on-time production. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing shift management or a senior supervisory role.
• Strong background in production planning, resource allocation and KPI delivery.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and shop‑floor data.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate shift Supervisors/Team Leaders to meet production plans and KPIs.
• Control materials and stock and ensure accurate ERP booking and labelling.
• Support training, performance management, recruitment and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Strong leadership and people management.

Organised, data‑focused and KPI‑driven.

Confident communicator and problem solver.

Education

Qualification in Manufacturing/Engineering or similar.

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Production Shift Manager

Job Reference: NE56895

Manufacturing and Production – Flintshire, Flintshire – Discussed upon application – Permanent

Job Title: Production Shift Manager
Location: Flintshire

Hours: 12-hour shifts, days and nights, rotating

Salary: NEG / DOE

Overview

Lead and control shift manufacturing operations to deliver safe, efficient and on-time production, while managing Supervisors/Shift Leaders and ensuring compliance with company and ISO standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate shift Supervisors/Team Leaders to meet production plans and KPIs.
• Plan labour, manage overtime/agency use and ensure adequate holiday/absence cover.
• Control materials and stock (including aged stock) and ensure accurate ERP booking and labelling.
• Ensure machinery and equipment are safe, maintained and available, liaising with engineering/contractors.
• Enforce health & safety, quality, environmental and compliance requirements (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 50001, 37301, CE).
• Investigate incidents, maintain records and produce reports/data for management.
• Support training, performance management, recruitment and continuous improvement activities.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing shift management or a senior supervisory role.
• Strong background in production planning, resource allocation and KPI delivery.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and shop‑floor data.
• Good understanding of H&S and ISO‑based quality/environmental systems.

Preferred

Qualification in Manufacturing/Engineering or similar.

• IOSH/NEBOSH or equivalent H&S training.

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and people management.
• Organised, data‑focused and KPI‑driven.
• Confident communicator and problem solver.

Please call Nicola at HRGO recruitment on 0151 4393051 or 07718490426 or email [e-mail]

Contact us

• Email: [e-mail]
• Call: 01233 722 401