Liquid Processing Relief Shift Manager

Culture

Our culture is based on setting best in class standards, working towards and delivering on committed objectives, striving for constant improvement and involving everyone in the company. We strive to develop our people and harness everyone's contribution to deliver a winning team.

The company is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to a safe, inclusive and relationship based workspace.

In return, we offer a high degree of responsibility, plenty of challenge, good opportunities for learning and personal development and rewarding benefit packages, all within a fast moving and results oriented environment.

As a Relief Shift Manager in Liquid Processing, you will report to the Liquid Processing Production Manager and support the day-to-day operational management of the department.

You will lead a small team across key operations including milk intake, liquid despatch, evaporation, water processing, and stock control, with overall site responsibility outside normal management hours.

• Support and oversee liquid processing operations, ensuring safe and efficient performance across all shifts
• Coordinate daily activities including intake, dispatch, evaporation, and water processing to meet operational targets
• Lead, develop, and manage team performance, attendance, and communication
• Provide regular production updates, highlighting KPIs, trends, and improvement opportunities
• Ensure products meet quality, hygiene, and food safety standards
• Apply lean principles, problem-solving, and root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate stock control, minimise waste, and improve yield
• Build strong working relationships with production, engineering, quality teams, and contractors
• Promote health & safety compliance and support a strong safety culture

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience in process control or plant operations
• Knowledge of health and safety practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Degree in a science or Food Technology discipline
• Experience in lean manufacturing or process improvement
• At least 12 months’ experience in a supervisory or team leader role

Completed application forms must be received online before

5:00pm on Thursday 11th June 2026

Only applications from EU Nationals or those with a valid permit to work in the UK will be accepted.

We are an equal opportunities employer

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