Production Manager

SHIFT PRODUCTION MANAGER Bootle Days £45-000 - £50,000 manufacturing company in the UK. You will be a key member in ensuring the production facility is kept running. The position will appeal to a strong manager looking for their next challenging role within in a secure and stable company. Role Description Key Accountabilities: - Ensure safe operation across people, plant, and process always. - Deliver the daily and weekly production plan, maintaining product quality. - Collaborate with management to ensure appropriate staffing levels and team skills. - Lead, manage, coach, and drive the production team to achieve KPIs. - Support management in developing the business operating plan. - Cover for the Head of Production as needed. Key Responsibilities: - Ensure adherence to Health and Safety policies and liaise with the H&S Team to maintain statutory responsibilities. - Maintain excellent GMP standards, aligning with BRC requirements. - Deliver the daily production plan and complete shift reports. - Manage, report, and drive KPIs including safety, quality, throughput, yield, waste, labour effectiveness, and downtime. - Work with planning and technical teams to ensure order fulfilment while maintaining compliance. - Motivate, manage, and develop team workers, supporting recruitment and retention. - Conduct daily maintenance walk-rounds and report issues to the Engineering Team. - Support NPD and the installation and operation of new equipment and processes. Skills and Qualifications - Health & Safety awareness and management - Good communication skills (written and verbal) - Integrity and sound judgment under pressure - People management and influencing skills - Knowledge of thermoforming machines is a benefit In return for your commitment my client offers a stable and secure career for a technically motivated production manager. If you feel this is of interest, please call Alisha Massey for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed)