Manufacturing Shift Manager

Connect Appointments is recruiting a Manufacturing Shift Manager to join an established bakery production business based in Bathgate.

Our client operates a busy, modern bakery facility with a strong focus on developing its people. This is a genuine leadership role where you'll be taking full ownership of safety, quality, output and cost across your shift.

What's on offer?

Full-time permanent position £44,000 to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience) Working 4-on 4-off, either 7am to 7pm OR 10am to 10pm Genuine opportunities for career development within the businessAs a Manufacturing Shift Manager, your responsibilities will include:

Leading, coaching and developing a shift team to deliver departmental KPIs Delivering the supply chain production plan and flagging any drift from target Enforcing site health, safety and food safety standards, and completing accident investigations Controlling raw material usage and direct labour, material and utility costs using SAP Driving performance improvement through lean manufacturing techniques and root cause analysis Managing shift handovers, reporting performance metrics and cascading information to the teamTo be considered as a Manufacturing Shift Manager, you will need:

Previous production or manufacturing management experience within FMCG is essential Experience of budgetary control and cost management is essential Strong leadership skills with the ability to engage, motivate and develop a team Ideally have experience of 24/7 operations across 12-hour shift patterns Food manufacturing experience and knowledge of BRC standards is advantageousInterested in this Manufacturing Shift Manager role? Apply now or call us on (phone number removed).

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