Production Shift Leader
Job in
Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB5, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-08
Listing for:
The Hire Place LLP
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-08
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Manufacturing Operations / Plant Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
This Global manufacturer with is recognised as a respected innovator and supplier within their industry. The company offers employees longevity of service, support and development opportunities throughout their career. Join as a Production Shift Leader and become part of this growing family.
THE ROLE:
Reporting to the Production Manager, you will manage around 12 Production Operatives in the manufacture of the company’s products.
Duties:
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* Ensure your team deliver on the agreed production plan and schedule.
* Engage with your team and "be present" to ensure swift re-active response and pro-active solutions.
* Monitor output, operational resource and overtime requirements.
* Re-prioritise as required for "off plan" runs
* Support and offer solutions to overcome issues, improve on practices and continuously improve processes.
* Follow process and work with production Manager/HR for hiring/resolving team issues.
* Develop your team and individuals through matrix training plans.
* Ensure adherence to H&S.
* Order Tooling / update MRP / ERP systems / general administration and reporting.
THE CANDIDATE:
* 3 years + in a coordination / man management role within a manufacturing environment or similar (Warehouse, Service provider, HM Forces etc)
* Demonstrable experience of successfully developing teams/individuals and implementation of skills training matrices.
* Monitoring and implementation of H&S practices.
* Understanding of Lean/ Six sigma (ideal)
HOURS:
Week 1:
Monday - Thursday 6am - 2:15pm
Friday 6 - 2:00pm
(38.5 hr week)
Week 2:
Monday - Thursday 2pm - 10:30pm
Friday - Don't work
(32 hour week)
BENEFITS:
* Salary: £34,260
* Up to 10% Bonus
* 7 % Pension
* 25 Days Holiday
* 24/7 Well-Being Support (inc Family)
Previous candidate titles may include;
Production Leader, Production Manager, Production Team Leader, Production Supervisor, Shift Lead
Additional Information / Benefits
25 days Hols, 7% Pension
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