Production Shift Manager

Job Title – Production Shift Manager

Location: Thatcham, Berkshire
Salary: £42,000 - £45,000
Shift: Rotating Early & Late Shifts (Mon–Fri)

Job Role of the Production Shift Manager

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Production Shift Manager to join a well-established and growing FMCG manufacturing business operating within a high-volume production environment. Following continued investment and strong market demand, the site is expanding and offers a stable and progressive environment for experienced leaders within manufacturing.

You will be responsible for leading a production shift of approximately 20 direct reports, including operators and line leaders, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on leadership role (approximately 70% operational, 30% office-based), requiring a proactive and visible presence on the shop floor.

Sector – FMCG Manufacturing

Structure of the Operation

• Factory Manager

• Unit Manager

• Shift Managers (x8)

• Operators & Line Leaders (approx. 20 per Shift Manager)

Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Production Shift Manager

• Minimum 2 years’ supervisory or management experience within a manufacturing environment.

• Proven ability to lead teams and manage shift-based operations.

• Strong understanding of Health & Safety standards.

Requirements for the Production Shift Manager

• Experience managing production teams and line leaders in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to ensure production KPIs and targets are consistently achieved.

• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.

• Experience conducting return-to-work interviews and managing employee relations.

• Working knowledge of HACCP, hygiene standards, and food safety compliance.

• Ability to attend internal production and operational meetings.

• Strong communication and leadership skills with a firm but fair approach.

• Ability to be hands-on and support operations when required.

• Experience driving team performance and operational efficiency.

Desirable Requirements for the Production Shift Manager

• Strong experience working in FMCG or food production environments.

• Continuous improvement or lean manufacturing experience.

The Production Shift Manager Will Benefit From:

• Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience.

• 31 days holiday allowance.

• Annual KPI-based bonus (3%–5% potential from 2027).

• Company pension scheme.

• Life insurance and sick pay.

• Health and wellbeing programme.

• Gym membership.

• Cycle to work scheme.

• Staff discounts and subsidised food.

• On-site parking and company events.

• Stable working environment within a growing FMCG business.

Shift Pattern

• Rotating weekly shifts:

  • Early Shift: 07:00 – 15:00

  • Late Shift: 15:00 – 23:00

• Monday to Friday

• 40 hours per week

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