Job Description
Production Shift Manager - Days OR Nights
Location: Newark-on-Trent
Shifts: 4 on 4 off (6am-6pm OR 6pm-6am)
Salary: 45,000 + Full Benefits Package
Two opportunities are up for grabs for experienced Production Shift Managers to join a high-spec, growth-focused manufacturing site in Newark-on-Trent. One on days. One on nights. Both reporting directly into the Production Manager.
This isn't a sit-back-and-maintain kind of role. The site is evolving, and they want hands-on leaders who take genuine pride in their team, their standards and their output. If you're passionate about leadership, coaching, safety, and improvement - this is the platform.
The hiring manager is clear: they want someone who thrives on leading from the front, challenges the norm, gets the best out of people, and puts the customer at the heart of every process.
What You'll Be Doing:
Manage production activity during your shift and hit output targets
Lead a team of up to 50 operatives and engineers, promoting a culture of accountability and pride
Maintain strict health & safety and hygiene standards
Monitor KPIs, interpret data and take action to improve performance
Champion continuous improvement across people, process and plant
Ensure compliance with operational and environmental requirements
Collaborate with other departments to drive efficiency and service
What You'll Need:
At least 2 years' experience in a similar shift or production management role
Proven leadership skills in a manufacturing setting
Background in engineering or chemical production strongly preferred
Knowledge of BRC or equivalent standards beneficial
A safety-first mindset with a strong eye for quality and consistency
Able to interpret production data and implement improvements
Confident communicator who leads from the front
What's On Offer:
45k salary
Paid training and development
Clear career progression in a growing business
Company pension scheme
Enhanced sick pay
Life assurance
Private medical insurance
Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme + on-site chargers
Cycle to work scheme
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Retail, gym and restaurant discounts
Financial wellbeing support from external specialists
Annual leave entitlement
Interested?
Apply now and let us know if your preference is days or nights. These are key roles in a growing operation - get in early.
Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
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