Production Shift Manager

JOB: Production Shift Manager (Evening Shift)
HOURS: Monday to Thursday - 14:00 to 24:00
LOCATION: Harrogate
STATUS: Full time, permanent
SALARY: Circa £40k plus 18% shift allowance
My client is seeking to employ a permanent Manufacturing Shift Manager. This role is Monday to Thursday from 2.00pm until midnight.
It is essential that you have IOSH MANAGING SAFELY and CLEAN DBS AND TRACEABLE WORK HISTORY.
You will be an experienced manufacturing shift manager who is a proactive leader.
You will be developing a team of 15 colleagues on their busy evening shift.
My client is looking for a confident, people-focused leader with strong operational capability and a continuous improvement
mindset.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for driving performance; maintaining high safety and quality standards; supporting continuous improvement;
and leading the team through operational and cultural change.
Ideally you will have experience of working within a pack-assembly manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, motivate, and develop a team of 15 production colleagues
* Oversee all shift manufacturing operations including chemical blending, filling, assembly, and packing
* Drive compliance with health & safety standards and ensure safe working practices
* Apply Lean and Continuous Improvement tools to streamline workflows and boost efficiency
* Manage and support change initiatives, ensuring clear communication and team engagement
* Conduct and oversee risk assessments, ensuring hazards are identified and mitigated
* Produce clear, accurate, and professional reports for operational leadership
* Monitor KPIs, resolve performance issues, and support root‑cause analysis
* Ensure smooth cross‑shift communication and seamless handovers
* Maintain accurate documentation, audit compliance, and shift records
You will be joining a dynamic and growing manufacturing operation where your leadership will make a meaningful difference.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated shift leader who thrives on responsibility, teamwork and driving operational excellence.
You can expect to receive a highly competitive package including:
Private Healthcare
Permanent Health Insurance
Life Assurance
Quarterly Bonus
Company pension with AVC matched up to 8%
23 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
Cycle to work scheme
Eye test and contribution towards glasses
Employee Assistance Programme
Benefits Hub
Free on-site parking
If you feel that this job has "your name on it", then let me have your CV as soon as possible.
My client is looking to arrange interviews in the very near future