Shift Manager - J0048849

Hitachi Astemo Limited.; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive solutions provider in Salford seeks a Shift Manager to oversee production quality and manage team performance. Responsibilities include tracking production metrics, resolving operational issues, and ensuring compliance with standards. Applicants should have over 5 years in production management and strong knowledge of automotive quality systems. This full-time role offers opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production management, preferably in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, PPAP, APQP, and FMEA.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shift priorities and align teams to meet build schedules.
• Manage team performance and conduct performance evaluations.
• Resolve operational issues and address production bottlenecks.

Skills

Production management experience

Knowledge of automotive quality systems

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Tools

Manufacturing execution systems (MES)

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Bolton, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Ready to contribute to the future of automotive industry? As part of Astemo, focusing on world‑leading advanced mobility solutions within the fields of electrification, autonomous driving, and connectivity.

We help reduce environmental damage, decrease traffic accidents, and improve comfort. Together, we contribute to a sustainable society and improved quality of life by providing mobility solutions that satisfy our customers and form the future core of automotive and motorcycle systems. Our people are at the heart of achieving these goals, and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Key Accountabilities and Activities

• Coordinate shift priorities and ensure teams are aligned to meet build schedules and pre‑SOP readiness.
• Ensure quality control: monitor production processes to maintain product quality standards, addressing defects or issues promptly to meet specifications.
• Manage team performance: lead, train and motivate shift employees, conducting performance evaluations and addressing staffing needs or conflicts.
• Optimize equipment use: oversee the operation and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Track production metrics: monitor key performance indicators such as output, yield, and efficiency, reporting progress to senior management.
• Resolve operational issues: address production bottlenecks, equipment failures or supply chain disruptions to maintain continuous operations.
• Ensure compliance: adhere to industry standards, environmental regulations, and company policies, including documentation and reporting requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement: identify opportunities for process optimisation, implementing lean manufacturing principles or other efficiency initiatives.
• Mentor and develop PTM’s, fostering a culture of accountability, lean thinking and continuous improvement.
• Accountability: support business needs by providing support to all departments and a point of contact for site during out‑of‑office hours.

Key Competencies

• 5+ years experience in production management, preferably within an electronics manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of automotive quality systems including IATF 16949, PPAP, APQP and FMEA.
• Demonstratable understanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and process optimisation techniques.
• Demonstratable ability in coordinating cross‑functional teams, both internally and with OEM customers.
• Proven experience with manufacturing technologies relevant to automotive components such as assembly.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a practical approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, manage production schedules and ensure smooth shift transitions under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in manufacturing execution systems (MES), ERP software and Microsoft Office and reporting and data analysis.

Why Astemo

At Astemo, we respect each other, never pass the buck and work creatively to accomplish our mission. Our people are given exciting opportunities to develop and grow in a truly international business, where they are proud to be part of a collaborative and innovative team. Diversity & Inclusion is valued to build and leverage an inclusive work environment and embrace diversity to unlock our full potential.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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