Shift Lead

Location: Highnam

Shift Lead - Manufacturing | Butter Plant | 4 on 4 off | Days & Nights Location :
Market Drayton Job Type :
Full-time, Permanent Shift Pattern : 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights - 7am-7pm / 7pm-7am) Join Mller Milk & Ingredients as a Shift Lead and take ownership of a high-impact leadership role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position offers full autonomy, end-to-end accountability, and the opportunity to lead operational excellence on shift.

Key Responsibilities Lead manufacturing operations across your shift, ensuring delivery of KPIs and continuous improvement. Empower and coach your team to solve problems and drive performance. Own and deliver Operational Excellence (OE) projects aligned to business goals. Make real-time decisions using PDCA and "go, look, see" techniques. Manage team development, performance reviews, and employee relations. Ensure compliance with health & safety and product integrity standards.

What We're Looking For Proven experience in manufacturing, production, or operations leadership. Strong coaching, problem-solving, and facilitation skills. Ability to lead with autonomy and minimal escalation. Passion for developing people and driving change. What's in it for You Competitive salary with up to 10% annual bonus 282 hours annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) 4x life assurance Healthcare cover High visibility and progression potential within Mller Matched pension contributions (up to 8%) Access to perkbox - saving money across numerous retailers hiring You can find out more about Mller and what it's like to work for us by clicking here Careers at Mller UK & Ireland