Shift Manager - Food Manufacturing

Shift Manager - Food Manufacturing Manpower is recruiting an experienced Shift Manager to oversee daily operations within a busy food manufacturing facility. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated leader to drive production performance, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and support a high-performing team located Oxfordshire. Hours of work will be 6.30am - 2.30pm or 10.30pm - 6.30am. The Role As Shift Manager, you'll take responsibility for production activities across assigned shifts. You'll lead teams to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality output, while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and driving continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Supervise and coordinate all production activities during your shift Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, food safety, and quality standards Monitor performance metrics (output, downtime, waste, labour efficiency) Lead, coach, and develop team members to build a high-performance culture Uphold health & safety standards, investigating incidents promptly Conduct shift handovers and maintain accurate production records Troubleshoot operational issues and escalate where necessary Collaborate with maintenance, quality, warehouse, and other departments Manage labour deployment, attendance, and resolve shift-level issues Support audits, inspections, and training sessions Lead, coach and oversee 15 - 20 operative per day. About You We're looking for someone with: Proven supervisory or shift lead experience in food manufacturing or similar fast-paced production Strong knowledge of food safety and quality regulations (HACCP, GMP) Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Confidence making decisions under pressure and managing multiple priorities Proficiency with production systems and basic IT (Excel, ERP/MES a plus) Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and holidays Own transport is essential due to the location of the factory. Why Apply? Competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday your birthday off Opportunity to shape operations in a growing food manufacturing environment Clear progression pathways and professional development opportunities Join a supportive team culture with a focus on safety, quality, and performance

Location: Oxford, South East, GB

Posted Date: 11/16/2025