Shift Production Manager

Job Title - Shift Production ManagerLocation - Blackpool, Lancashire (FY3 area)Salary - £45,000Shift - Rotating Shifts (06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for two experienced Shift Production Managers to join a high-volume, fast-paced FMCG manufacturing site within the Blackpool area. This is a critical leadership role within a 24/7 production environment where you will be responsible for delivering the production plan while ensuring safety, performance, and quality standards are consistently achieved.

You will be managing between 30-100 employees across two production lines, taking full ownership of shift performance, people management, and operational output. This role is ideal for a strong leader who thrives in a fast-moving manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving continuous improvement and developing high-performing teams.

This is a key position within a well-established UK manufacturing business producing iconic consumer products supplied to major retailers and export markets.

• Food Manufacturing Background
• Previous experience in a production management role

• Experience in performance management and team development
• Ability to manage production targets including efficiency, waste, and output
• Strong understanding of production planning and operational execution
• Experience working in a structured, fast-paced FMCG or manufacturing environment
• Ability to drive accountability and operational discipline

• Experience within branded or food manufacturing environments
• Background working in a unionised environment
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills
• Experience improving line capability and operational performance

• Delivering the daily production plan across multiple lines
• Managing shift labour, overtime, and workforce planning within budget
• Ensuring all safety standards, audits, and risk assessments are completed
• Monitoring performance metrics including efficiency, waste, and throughput
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across production lines
• Ensuring quality documentation and compliance records are accurate
• Leading shift handovers and operational briefings
• Developing and coaching team members to improve performance
• Maintaining plant readiness for audits and inspections
• Ensuring hygiene, safety, and operational standards are consistently met

• Competitive salary of £45,000
• Annual pay reviews and progression opportunities
• Stable long-term employment within a major manufacturing business
• Free onsite parking and staff canteen